For a good cause: Roberto Carlos runs for English pub tea team

Brazil's former football star Roberto Carlos celebrates an unusual comeback over five years after the end of his successful career. The World Champion of 2002 runs on Friday night unique and for the good cause for the English Knepenteam Bull in the Barn United.

At the end of January, the team had won the "Dream Transfer" at a charity auction on eBay. Opponents in the District Sunday League are the Harlescott Rangers.

"I'm looking forward to playing for Bull in The Barn in Shrewsbury, a tribute to the time when I had signed almost at Birmingham City in the 1990s, which is very close," had the 48-year-old, once a long time Years a fired left foot in Brazilian Selecao and Real Madrid, according to his "commitment".

The anticipation of his teammates is in any case immeasurable. "Roberto Carlos is one of these legends, which has thrilled so many young players for football," said Manager and Goalkeeper Ed Speller: "I fell down the chin finish when we learned that Bull in the Barn has won the dream transfer and Carlos will play in Shrewsbury with the team. "

The proceeds from the special action goes to the charity organization "Football Beyond Borders", which helps disadvantaged young people.

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