Premier League cult hero looks unrecognisable with grey beard as he plays in legends match
A PREMIER LEAGUE cult hero looked transformed as he took to the pitch for Rangers Legends.
A Gers legends XI lost 4-3 to a World XI at Ibrox, with heroes including Jack Wilshere, Kris Boyd and Yakubu taking part.
But one player caught the eye thanks to his unique look.
The Portuguese made 50 appearances for Rangers between 2008-10 following a lengthy spell in the Premier League.
He arrived in the UK in 2004 after signing for Tottenham, before a three-year spell at Portsmouth where he won the FA Cup.
The 44-year-old was even hospitalised while playing for Harry Redknapp‘s side against Manchester City.
A horrific elbow from City’s Ben Thatcher led the midfielder to suffer a seizure on the pitch, and he required oxygen before being taken to hospital.
The player in question is Pedro Mendes, who still has his famous flowing locks from his playing days.
But he is showing his age as both his head and beard are full of grey hairs.
Mendes was playing for Rangers Legends alongside goalkeeper Roy Carroll.
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The pair were involved in an iconic Prem moment in 2004 when Carroll spilt Mendes’ 55-yard drive over the goalline.
The keeper quickly clawed the ball back into play and the goal was not given, despite appearing to cross the line.