Billy Sharp says his decision to come out of retirement to play for AFC Rushden & Diamonds in the FA Cup is inspired by "a story that's too hard to turn down".
Billy Sharp has reversed his recent retirement to play for AFC Rushden & Diamonds in the FA Cup first round against League One side Burton Albion. The 40-year-old striker stepped in following a suspension to Diamonds forward James Clifton. Sharp previously played on loan for the original Rushden & Diamonds in 2005.
Should Sharp play at the Pirelli Stadium, it will mark his 814th professional appearance and offer him the chance to score his 300th career goal. Sharp noted that scoring his milestone goal for the club where he scored his first made the opportunity irresistible.
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