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USAIN BOLT has announced he will finally get his wish to play at Old Trafford - for Soccer Aid.

The retired Jamaican sprinter, 31, will captain a world XI to take on pop sensation Robbie Williams.

 Usain Bolt will lead a world XI for Unicef at Old Trafford
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Usain Bolt will lead a world XI for Unicef at Old Trafford
 Robbie Williams is also involved in their Soccer Aid match and will go up against Usain Bolt
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Robbie Williams is also involved in their Soccer Aid match and will go up against Usain Bolt

Their showdown is set for June 10 and tickets go on sale today.

Manchester United fan Bolt said: “It is my dream to make it as a professional footballer, so to be able to step out onto the pitch at Old Trafford in June.

"And play against some of football’s biggest legends is going to be remarkable.

"I enjoy the thrill of competition in front of a crowd, so Robbie and his England team better watch out as I won’t be going easy on them!

 Usain Bolt says he has a special celebration planned
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Usain Bolt says he has a special celebration planned
 Jamaican speedster Usain Bolt wears a very special No9 shirt
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Jamaican speedster Usain Bolt wears a very special No9 shirt

"I’ve got a pretty special celebration planned for when I score, by the way.

"My team is going to be unbeatable – and Soccer Aid for Unicef is counting on your support to make a difference to thousands of children around the world. Come and join in the fun!”


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Soccer Aid co-founder Williams, 44, added: “I am buzzing that Soccer Aid for Unicef is back.

"Reclaiming the title for England this year is going to taste so much sweeter with Usain leading the Soccer Aid World XI.

 Usain Bolt has always been keen on football and will certainly add pace up front
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Usain Bolt has always been keen on football and will certainly add pace up frontCredit: Reuters
 Manchester United fan Usain Bolt has always wanted to play at Old Trafford
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Manchester United fan Usain Bolt has always wanted to play at Old TraffordCredit: Getty - Contributor

"I can’t wait to lead out the England team on Sunday 10th June at Old Trafford in what really is a game like no other.

"With your support, we will help children in danger around the world."

Bolt sent social media into meltdown on Sunday as he revealed he had signed for a football team.

All public donations to Soccer Aid will go towards Unicef's work protecting children in the UK and globally.

An incredible £24 million has already been raised through the event over the last 12 years.

South African Premier Division leaders Mamelodi Sundowns teased his arrival on Twitter on Monday.

But the move looks to have been a PR stunt to get momentum behind Soccer Aid - at least it was for a good cause.

Tickets for the Soccer Aid for Unicef football match on Sunday 10th June 2018 at Old Trafford are available now at or by calling 0161 444 2018 with tickets priced between £10 and £50.

Usain Bolt takes on girl in incredible dance off as sprint legend visits school

 

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