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The world's most prolific striker who hit the net more times than Pele has finally bagged the 2000th and 2001st goals of his career.

Dead-eyed Mark Rapsey landed the milestone by calmly slotting home a penalty at the weekend for Wadebridge Town Veterans.

Rapsey sent former teammate and ex-Brentford stopper Dave McGhee the wrong way from the spot in the first period for goal 2000, before bagging No.2001 in the second period, with a deft chip during a 7-0 win over Lanreath.

“It felt a bit surreal,” Rapsey explained. “It would have been nice if it was the second goal. The penalty was good, but the second goal was better.

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"I've probably missed around four seasons in total through injury over the years, so I'm delighted to have finally reached 2,000.

"I haven't played since October 2, so it was starting to prey on my mind a bit and it was total relief when I scored."

The 49-year-old - who is believed to be the first to hit the target - has been playing senior men's football since the age of 13.

Rapsey began his men’s career with Malabar in 1981. He has spent 36 years in the non-league and amateur scene, including FOUR spells with Falmouth for whom he scored 144 goals in four seasons during the early 90s, including a strike against Minehead during an FA Cup tie in 1991.

He also featured for Newquay, Wadebridge Town and had a short stint with Exeter City, before suffering injury.

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'Rappo' has so far made 1380 career appearances - just 17 more than Brazilian superstar Pele.

And while the Selecao icon can point to his three World Cup triumphs, Rapsey looks back on his lengthy career, and a better goals per game ratio than Gerd Muller, with fondness.

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“I’ve had some brilliant times. I’ve met some great friend, I feel blessed and I loved every minute of it.”

His son Jack now plays for Cornwall's Under-18 side and Rapsey may soon have more time to watch him, with plans to retire at the end of the season.

"I'll be 50 in April and Wadebridge only have four games left, so I'll finish the season then probably just play a few charity matches."