Soccer Aid for UNICEF is back in Manchester this summer, uniting top stars from the worlds of sport and entertainment for an epic showdown at Old Trafford.
Expect an electric atmosphere as Old Trafford welcomes back Manchester United legends Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, and Gary Neville, all proudly representing England. Pop superstar Louis Tomlinson, no stranger to packed stadiums, also joins the England squad, alongside former Lionesses Jill Scott, Steph Houghton, and Toni Duggan. Fan favourites like Tom Grennan, Sam Thompson, Steven Bartlett, Olympians Sir Mo Farah and Sam Quek will return — and in a historic first, boxing icon Tyson Fury steps in as manager!
England will be looking to defend their thrilling win from last year, but the Soccer Aid World XI has come prepared. Making his debut is legendary defender and Euro 2020 champion Leonardo Bonucci, joined by AC Milan’s Nadia Nadim, Gladiator Diamond, and Strictly Come Dancing’s Gorka Márquez — bringing flair, power, and fancy footwork to the field. With both teams ready to go all in, this Father’s Day match promises unforgettable action.
Even more names will be revealed soon — including a special halftime performance you won’t want to miss.
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