Former Eastenders actor Bleu Landau on leading Dover Athletic's Academy for their FA Youth Cup tie at Brighton & Hove Albion

14.12.2022 - 09:33 kentonline.co.uk

He may be more recognisable as an actor but Dover Academy captain Bleu Landau wants to show he can mix it with some of the best as a footballer, too.

Landau has helped Dover’s youngsters get to the Third Round of the FA Youth Cup where they will visit Premier League Brighton tonight.

The 17-year-old spent five years on EastEnders and also featured in the film King Arthur: Legend of the Sword but he’s not bad with a ball at his feet, either.

He said: “This is a great opportunity to show that [my footballing ability]. I love doing both. “I play football, doing what I love, and act at the same time.

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