Tom Brady is named Madden 18 cover star after historic Super Bowl comeback

The New England Patriot is the oldest-ever cover star, turning 40 before the game's release in August

Tom Brady is the latest cover star of the Madden franchise (EA Sports)

Tom Brady will be the cover star of the latest renewal of EA Sports' hugely-successful Madden franchise, despite turning 40 in August.

The quarterback led the New England Patriots to yet another Vince Lombardi trophy in February, masterminding the greatest-ever comeback in a Super Bowl to claim his fifth ring.

Brady, 39, succeeds teammate Rob Gronkowski as the cover star but says he doesn't believe in the so-called 'curse' that afflicts those adorning the game's front.

Traditionally, players selected as Madden's signature player have struggled to live up to expectations - usually through injury.

But TB12 has said he doesn't believe in such things as he targets another successful season.

“The Madden NFL 18 cover is a great honour for me,” said Brady.

“I'm not one to believe in curses, so I'm ready to take the challenge head on like always! It doesn't stand a chance!!!”