The text highlights the presence and role of Cameroonian football legend Roger Milla at the Bollaert stadium during the Lens-Nantes match, which was part of the 27th day of the Ligue 2 championship.
Roger Milla, a former player for AS Monaco and Valenciennes, had the honor of kicking off the match. The event was significant, given Milla’s legendary status in football. The text goes on to mention some of Milla’s remarkable achievements, such as being the oldest player to score in the World Cup, the oldest field player, and the oldest scorer in World Cup history (42 years and 39 days). Additionally, it notes that Milla is the first African player to have played in three World Cup finals.
The presence of Roger Milla at the match likely brought a sense of nostalgia and celebration of his contributions to football, contributing to the significance of the event.