Usain Bolt scored two goals in his first professional soccer start

Here it is, @usainbolt, the footballer, scores his maiden Mariners goal. What a moment! Don't think limits! ⚡️ #SWSvCCM #CCMFC ?@FOXFOOTBALL pic.twitter.com/X7zrqmrYCZ

— Central Coast Mariners (@CCMariners) October 12, 2018

BOLT HAS HIS BRACE! ⚡️

That's two goals tonight for @usainbolt!! What a moment in sport, don't think limits! #CCMFC ? @FOXFOOTBALL pic.twitter.com/0NeIH9i49V

— Central Coast Mariners (@CCMariners) October 12, 2018

 

“I think I made some slight mistakes but I’m just happy to get the chance and I’m proud of myself… Scoring a goal in your first proper match is a big deal. It was a good feeling.”

Bolt was also proud of the improvements he’s made since he started training with the Mariners.

 

“I think I’ve improved in every area. I think my touch is that little bit better; my vision needs to improve a little bit more. I think my running off the ball is where I’ve improved most.”

Bolt has also struggled with stamina issues, but stayed in the game until the 75th minute. Bolt’s first appearance for the Mariners was on August 31, when he appeared in the 72nd minute and played for 20 minutes.

It’s still the preseason for the Mariners — the regular season starts on October 19, and Bolt doesn’t yet have a contract. He started training with the club in mid August, and has been gradually getting better. Maybe Bolt’s two goals on Friday will help seal the deal.

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Liz Roscher is a writer for Yahoo Sports. Have a tip? Email her at lizroscher@yahoo.com or follow her on Twitter at @lizroscher.

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