Brazil football legend Romario announces comeback at 58
Al Jazeera
Many will recall Romario’s starring role at the 1994 World Cup, but he’s registered to play again in Brazilian football.
At 58, Brazilian football legend Romario has quite a resume: World Cup winner, senator, and president of his favorite club, America Football Club of Rio de Janeiro.
Now, 15 years after hanging up his boots, the iconic striker has decided to add another entry to his CV, coming out of retirement to rejoin America as a player.
The 1994 World Cup winner announced Wednesday he has officially registered to play again for struggling America, who are currently playing in the second division of the Rio state championship and fighting to return to the top flight.
“I’m ready to try to give my beloved America a little help,” Romario wrote on Instagram.
“Thank you everyone for your support!”
