Often branded a disruptive influence in the dressing room, Patrice Evra's performances so far in Euro 2016 have been nothing short of impeccable.
The veteran full-back has been a key part of the France team as the hosts have advanced to the final, winning five out of their six games so far.
And as Sunday's final against Portugal looms, Evra is looking back in time for inspiration as he prepares for combat.
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Una foto publicada por Patrice Evra (@patrice.evra) el 8 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 1:51 PDT
"Working on the shooting of the last Game of Thrones ahahahahahah I love this game," the Juventus man wrote on Instagram to accompany a picture of him decked out in a full suit of armour.
Despite his assertions that he is ready for battle, Evra added that he is looking forward to a reunion with two former team-mates.
Both Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani, who played alongside Evra at Manchester United, will line up on the other side of the pitch with Portugal.
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Una foto publicada por Patrice Evra (@patrice.evra) el 8 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 4:48 PDT
The veteran called the Seleccao pair his "brothers", and wished them luck ahead of the game.
He's got the armour, and Evra is every bit as chivalrous to his rivals as the knights of old!
..... - Goal