Post by Darren on Apr 14, 2005 10:07:48 GMT -5
From the lufc website,
Olly Returns! Testimonial Line Up Revealed
Related Links Lucas RadebeAlready littered with a host of ex-Leeds United greats representing an Allstars team, the list of stars lining up in against them in a World XI side for Lucas Radebe’s Testimonial match has been revealed.
The World XI line-up, managed by Bolton Wanderers Manager, Sam Allardyce, will include a crop of current Premiership stars: Jay Jay Okocha, Nolberto Solano, Juan Pablo Angel, Thomas Hitzelsperger, Michael Reiziger, Mark Fish, Mark Schwarzer, Boudwijn Zenden, Ivan Campo and Franck Queudrue. Added to that, former Elland Road favourite Olivier Dacourt and AS Roma’s upcoming Brazilian superstar, Mancini will also be taking part.
The Leeds United team, which already boasts the names of Strachan, McAllister, Batty, Speed, Yeboah and Hasselbaink, has been further boosted by news that Vinnie Jones, Paul Robinson and Sky Sports commentator, Chris Kamara will also be joining the ex-Leeds legends.
Lucas Radebe, said: “It is fantastic that so many great names will be taking part in the game and taking time out of their busy schedules to lend their support. I am so flattered that players of their calibre, past and present will be pitting their wits against each other in my honour!”<br>
Tickets to Lucas’ testimonial match between a Leeds United Allstars team and an International World XI at Elland Road on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May, kick off 3.00 pm, are currently on sale.
Fans wishing to come along and see more magical Lucas memories in the making, can buy tickets priced at £15 for adults, £10 for juniors and OAPs with family packages on offer at £30 (Family Stand — two adults, and two juniors).