Former Premier League striker Billy Sharp has come out of retirement to join phoenix club AFC Rushden & Diamonds as they target an FA Cup upset. The 38-year-old forward, who previously played for Sheffield United and Leeds United, is aiming to score a landmark goal for the non-league side in their upcoming cup tie.
Sharp's return adds experience to a club reformed after the original Rushden & Diamonds folded in 2011. The team currently competes in the Northern Premier League Division One Midlands, several tiers below the professional game.
The FA Cup campaign offers a chance for the club to make headlines against higher-ranked opposition. Sharp's presence could prove pivotal as they seek to advance in the competition.
