World’s fastest man and eight-time Olympic gold medalist, Usain Bolt , has traced his way back to the world of football. Truth be told, he always had an affinity for football. Bolt’s football journey was never likely to mirror his lightning successes as a sprinter, yet it is quite remarkable that he attempted it, even into his 30s. The combination of technical gaps, age, media expectations, and financial hurdles prevented him from securing a long-term contract. But not anymore.

Following his retirement from the track and field world, Bolt jumped at the chance to play football in 2018. It was a friendly pre-season game, part of his trial period with the Central Coast Mariners. Of course, he wasn’t perfect. But it was symbolically important for him and for the Mariners. It showed Bolt w

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