Iconic music star, 46, captains non-league side and takes kick-off before being subbed within minutes
UPFRONT-MAN Iconic music star, 46, captains non-league side and takes kick-off before being subbed within minutes
ICONIC music star Pete Doherty swapped the stage for the pitch as he took part in a non-league football match.
The Libertines frontman, 46, walked out and took the kick off for Isthmian League South East Division side Margate.
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Iconic music star Pete Doherty led non-league side Margate out for their pre-season friendly on Saturday
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Doherty was captain and even took the kick off before being substituted moments later
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Doherty 'signed' for Margate earlier in the week
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The indie music icon is the co-frontman of The Libertines
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Wearing his iconic hat - and the captain's armband - Doherty led Margate out on the pitch for their pre-season clash with Tonbridge Angels on Saturday.
Margate had announced earlier in the week that they had "signed" Doherty and that the star would be making his debut against Tonbridge.
A statement read: "We are delighted to announce that we have signed Pete Doherty to make his Margate debut tomorrow against Tonbridge Angels.
"See you there, 2:45pm kick-off".
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However, those hoping to see the indie guitarist play the full 90 minutes were let down after he took the kickoff and was substituted just a few moments later.
Perhaps Margate could have done with Doherty up top for longer after they ultimately fell to a 3-2 defeat on the day.
Nonetheless, fans loved seeing Doherty make a brief cameo.
On social media, one wrote: "The living legend Mr Pete Doherty wearing number 10".
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While another added: "Pete Doherty playing for Margate FC… never thought he'd be 'The Man Who Would Be Wing'." - a play on The Libertines' tune The Man Who Would Be King
And a third posted: "Jacob Adams has shared a pitch with Pete Doherty, what a world we live in".
The Libertines have sponsored Margate's kits since 2018/19 season and continue to adorn the front of their shirts for the upcoming campaign.
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After the game came to a close Doherty was straight back to his usual job, headlining a homecoming gig down the road at Margate venue Dreamland amusement park.
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