Usain Bolt Listed for Wythenshawe FC Veterans — image accompanying The Guardian Athletics's report. Photograph: Rick Findler/Story Picture Agency; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Usain Bolt, the eight-time Olympic champion, may join Wythenshawe FC Veterans. His name appeared on their squad list on the FA's Full-Time website. The club plays in the Cheshire Veterans League and includes many former top-level footballers.
Bolt, a Manchester United supporter, retired from sprinting in 2017. He played briefly for Central Coast Mariners in Australia. He has participated in Soccer Aid charity matches. Wythenshawe FC has not confirmed Bolt's signing. Read more racing coverage.
Wythenshawe FC Veterans, managed by Stephen Ireland, feature several Premier League veterans. Last season, their squad had over 1,800 English top-flight appearances. Notable players include Danny Drinkwater, Antonio Valencia, and Joleon Lescott. Related: Faith Kipyegon Delays Return Due to Hamstring Injury.
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Sprinting legend's name appears on squad list for Greater Manchester team. Usain Bolt, the eight-time Olympic champion, may join Wythenshawe FC Veterans. His name appeared on their squad list on the FA's Full-Time website. The club plays in the Cheshire Veterans League and includes many former top-level footballers.
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Runner World published this brief on August 21, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated August 21, 2026.
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