Guyana's answer to David Beckham?

Ricky Shakes of Ebbsfleet United has been called up to represent Guyana in their second round World Cup Qualifiers against Bermuda and Barbados. Wins could take Guyana close to qualification for the next round where they will play Mexico and Costa Rica.

Even though he made one appearance for Trinidad and Tobago in 2006 in a friendly, FIFA have given the Guyana FA permission to call him up to the squad.

Ricky came through the ranks at Bolton before spells with Bristol Rovers and Swindon Town, amongst others.

Could he take the world stage by storm?

Watch this space...