Usain Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter with eight Olympic gold medals, has attempted a professional football career in the past but was unsuccessful. According to Globo Esporte Futebol, Bolt's name appears on the list of veteran players for Wythenshawe FC, a non-league team in the Manchester region.
Transfer News · 2026-08-22 13:16:57 · FCInside
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Bolt, a fan of Manchester United, has a history of trying his hand at football. He trained with Borussia Dortmund and had a trial period with Central Coast Mariners. Now, at the age of 40, he's giving it another go. Wythenshawe FC is a team that features ex-Premier League players like Antonio Valencia, Marc Albrighton, and Danny Drinkwater.
The team competes in the Cheshire Veterans Football League, a non-league competition in the Manchester region. Their first game of the season is scheduled for September 20. It's unclear whether Bolt has officially joined the team or if he's just a name on the list. One thing is certain, though: Bolt's passion for football remains strong.