Etienne Capoue Joins Spanish Basketball Team

Etienne Capoue, the 36-year-old former Premier League midfielder, has made a surprising career shift from football to basketball after being released by Villarreal. He is currently training with CB Jovens L’Eliana, a Spanish fourth-division basketball team, and recently participated in a friendly match that ended in a 78-70 victory. Despite his involvement, Capoue is ineligible for official games due to not having a license yet. Capoue, who played for clubs including Tottenham and Watford, has expressed a long-standing passion for basketball, even hinting at a potential career change last year. His move to basketball fulfills a childhood dream of his, and there are indications that he wishes to conclude his football career. Capoue's football legacy includes significant contributions to Villarreal's Europa League triumph and multiple appearances in high-stakes matches.