Brazil icon Romario, 58, plans surprise comeback

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- Adriana Garcia Apr 17, 2024, 05:25 AM ET REACTIONS Brazil legend Romario, 58, has registered himself as a player for America Football Club in Rio de Janeiro, where he also serves as club president.
After his registration was approved on Tuesday, the 1994 World Cup winner is available to play for the club in the second division of the Carioca Championship, which begins on May 18.
He addressed the clubs fans in a post on Instagram, saying: "I'm not going to compete in the championship, but rather play a few games for the team of my heart and make another dream come true, playing alongside my son.
What do you think?" Romario played his last official game in November 2009 when he featured for America FC, the beloved club of his father, Edevair.