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Billy Sharp comes out of retirement for AFC Rushden & Diamonds' FA Cup quest

Billy Sharp comes out of retirement for AFC Rushden & Diamonds' FA Cup quest
World Sports · 08:33:00 - Thursday, 12 November 2026

Billy Sharp has come out of retirement to play for phoenix club AFC Rushden & Diamonds as they target an FA Cup upset. The former professional striker is seeking a landmark goal for the club in the competition.

The story was covered by BBC Sport journalists Kris Holland and James Burridge for BBC Look East.

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