2002 World Cup Winner Marvelled as Young Kid Recreates Famous Freekick; Video

• Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos has been wowed after a young footballer recreated his famous freekick against France in 1997
• The former Real Madrid defender famed for his thunderous left foot scored a worldie against France after his strike curled halfway to beat Fabian Barthez
• Roberto Carlos won the 2002 World Cup with Brazil in Japan/Korea, playing a key role in the South American country's last success at the tournament

Roberto Carlos was caught jaw-dropping after watching a young footballer recreate his astonishing goal against France in 1997.

The Brazil legend scored one of the greatest ever goals in the game after his stunning freekick took a sensational curve on its way to beating France goalkeeper Fabian Barthez.

In a video posted on social media, spotted by Sports Brief, the young baller showed Carlos a footage of his strike, leaving the former Real Madrid star stunned.

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Roberto Carlos could not believe anybody could ever produce that freekick, but the youngster from constant practice replicated that goal.

However, it was from his personal practice and not from a competitive game as in Carlos' case.

The legendary left-back is revered as one of the greatest left footers to have ever played the game, having won several titles including the 2002 UEFA Champions League.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that former Real Madrid and Brazil legend Roberto Carlos recently delighted fans after turning up to feature in a Sunday League game.

Roberto Carlos is regarded as one of the best left-backs of his generation and during his professional playing career, represented the likes of Inter Milan and Real Madrid.

He also featured a total of 125 times for Brazil, winning the World Cup in 2002.

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The former Barcelona player is convinced Luis Enrique can get Spain far in the tournament while tipping Brazil for the ultimate.

Ronaldinho spoke to Mundo Deportivo during his visit to Spain, where he explained why he thinks La Roja can be successful in Qatar.