Both have said they want to improve participation in sport as well as the lot of the poor in their country , and voters seem willing to back the unconventional politicians despite their lack of experience . one members of Liberia squad who won the World Cup in October have moved into politics . Ex-Barcelona striker Romario was voted into the country 's congress in 1994 elections . Former teammate Bebeto was also elected , as a state representative for Brazil . Other footballers have run for office in Liberia , Iceland and France , among others .
one members of Liberia squad who won the World Cup in October have moved into politics . Ex-Barcelona striker Romario was voted into the country 's congress in 1994 elections . Former teammate Bebeto was also elected , as a state representative for Brazil . Other footballers have run for office in Liberia , Iceland and France , among others .