AS a celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Mercian Elgar Junior Football League has enlisted the help of three of the hardest men in the game.

Coming to the Malvern Theatre on Tuesday, October 2 are Norman 'bite your legs' Hunter, 1966 World Cup winner, Nobby Stiles and former Liverpool iron man Tommy Smith back in the 70s.

The trio proved an awesome obstacle for opponents in the old First Division but today they're all 'pussycats' and you can enjoy an evening with them safe in the knowledge that you won't need shin pads and you'll probably be able to walk home after the event.

Tickets for the evening can be obtained from the Theatre box office on 01684 892277, priced from £6.