Published 17:49 IST, February 10th 2020

Kaka STUNS fans by turning 'ringer' for Hackney-based football club

Former Brazil international Kaka was in East London for a promotional campaign by Adidas. The football star surprised his fans by turning up for a local game.

Reported by: Sujay Chakraborty
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Former Brazil star Kaka surprised his fans on Saturday by turning up for a seven-a-side game in East London. 37-year-old was in London as a part of idas' Rent-A-Pred campaign. It is a new Predator 20 hotline set up to help London footballers in need of a ‘ringer’ for ir team. 

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Over course of week, idas has been trying to help players to combat  problem of teammates t turning up for games by enlisting help of some of London's best Predator players as 'ringers' to those in need.

Kaka turned one such 'ringer' for team in need - Reach Out FC for ir game against Hackney Wick FC. Playing for East London club, Kaka was quick to get his groove in game when he scored a goal in his signature fashion. World Cup winner n proceeded with a wild celebration, climbing on fence as his teammates ran over to him. 

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Kaka viral video: Brazilian star stuns Hackney sides by turning up for game

However, highlight of game was Kaka was hilariously nutmegged by warehouse worker Jamil Farid. 24-year-old, who arrived at match after a night shift, spoke to Independent after game revealing he was ecstatic after crazy moment. Farid ted that he also got opportunity to share a hug with football star. 

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Unfortunately for Farid, his side eventually lost 2-4 on back of a stellar performance by Kaka. Brazilian legend scored twice and assisted ar to le his side to a comfortable win. 

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17:49 IST, February 10th 2020