Foot Africa
·8 September 2025
Funny Story: Peter Crouch Participates as a Football Mascot!

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·8 September 2025
A funny character on and off the field.
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In a moment that perfectly captured his trademark humor, former England international Peter Crouch recently stole the show as an unexpected mascot for Farnham Town.
The hilarious scene, broadcast on Sky Sports' social media, featured the famously tall ex-striker holding hands with a player from the non-league club during their Premier Division South match, his frame comically overshadowing the athlete he was meant to be escorting.
Crouch’s involvement didn't end with the walkout. He fully embraced the matchday experience by stepping into goal for a half-time penalty shootout.
Later, he attempted a long-range effort with the promise of winning a free drink for every fan in attendance if he struck the crossbar—a shot that agonizingly narrowly missed its mark.
The 42-cap England veteran, who netted 22 goals for his country—including a famous goal at the 2006 World Cup—continues to be a beloved and entertaining figure in the football world.