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A VETERANS match in Brazil spilled over into chaos on the weekend with World Cup winning legend Romario caught up in a scuffle.

The final of the Master 50 tournament in Rio De Janeiro initially ended in a 1-1 draw after the former striker scored for his side.

 Footage posted online showed the veterans match brawl
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Footage posted online showed the veterans match brawl
 Romario, 53, is now a politician in Brazil
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Romario, 53, is now a politician in BrazilCredit: AFP - Getty

However, extra-time saw Vila Operaria snatch victory off Familia Caja and a brawl quickly escalated.

According to local media, Romario was in the middle of the scuffle with the footage posted on social media.

Wearing the No11 shirt, the 53-year-old is seen trying to break up the scuffle.

It is said the feud came about from the over-eager celebrations of the winning side.

Having retired from playing in 2007, it is important Romario keeps his nose clean because he is now a senator in the Brazilian congress.

First elected in 2010, he initially came through with the Brazilian Socialist Party before moving over to Podemos - a centrist group that finished ninth in last year's presidential election.

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In addition, Romario came fourth in the race to become governor of Rio De Janeiro.

His association with the city extends from his playing days, turning out for Flamengo, Vasco da Gama and Fluminense.

During a seven-year stay in Europe, Romario won four league titles with PSV Eindhoven and Barcelona.

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