Melchester Rovers have sensationally crossed the divide between fiction and reality by launching an audacious bid to dominate international football. The first step on the road to glory will see the legendary red and yellow shirts competing in Brno's world-famous Superliga, where they will begin their ascent from Division 2.
Publicity-shy manager Roy Race has assembled a squad of international all-stars to push for promotion, and has hinted at possible late additions to further bolster the team. While the exact details of the kit are a closely guarded secret, this leaked photo suggests Rovers will resurrect the famous Gola shirt in which they enjoyed huge success throughout the 80's:
(It's also clearly a big hit with "the ladies.")
Watch this space for further pre-season rumours and gossip.