From sprint stardom to Sunday league – Usain Bolt set for Wythenshawe Vets bow
Bolt’s name appears on the squad list for Wythenshawe FC Veterans.
Former sprint star Usain Bolt appears set to turn out for a Sunday league team in Manchester.
The eight-time Olympic champion, who still holds the world records for the 100 metres and 200m, appears on the squad list for Wythenshawe FC Veterans over-35s on the Football Association Full-Time website.
The team play in the Cheshire Veterans League and feature a squad full of former top-level professionals.
Managed by former Manchester City and Republic of Ireland midfielder Stephen Ireland, the line-up includes Danny Drinkwater, Antonio Valencia, Joleon Lescott, Emile Heskey, Marc Albrighton and Papiss Cisse.
Bolt, 40, is a huge football fan and, after retiring following the World Championships in 2017, he attempted a professional career in the sport, briefly playing for Australian side Central Coast Mariners.
The Manchester United supporter has also been a regular participant in the Soccer Aid charity matches over the last decade.
Wythenshawe, who have yet to announce Bolt’s signing, have been contacted for comment.