Soccer Aid is set to make a return this year as a number of football legends and celebrities team up to raise money for UNICEF.
Each year, Team England takes on a World XI at an iconic Premier League stadium to raise millions of pounds for the charity. Since the first Soccer Aid match back in 2006, it has raised an incredible £90million to help those in need in some of the most impoverished countries in the world.
Co-creator Robbie Williams said of the 2024 match: “Soccer Aid for UNICEF is one of the biggest sources of joy in my life. It is an amazing event. When we launched this nearly two decades ago, I would never have dreamed it would raise as much money as it has.
“The main reason the match continues to be such a success is because the great British public continues to be so generous in supporting UNICEF’s work helping children around the world have happy, healthy, play-filled childhoods.
“Once again, I am kindly asking you to buy a ticket to the game – the line-up is as star-studded as ever! Thank you for all of your continued support.”
The first 35 names involved in Soccer Aid 2024 have now been announced with details of what to expect at this year’s game now readily available.
Here is all you need to know about Soccer Aid 2024.
When is Soccer Aid 2024?
Soccer Aid 2024 is on Sunday, June 9, just five days before EURO 2024 kicks off in Germany. To coincide with that, Team England will wear a remake of England’s classic EURO ’96 kit.
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📌 Stamford Bridge📆 Sunday 9 June⚽ #SoccerAid We're back! Soccer Aid for UNICEF returns to London this summer. Tickets start from £10 for children and £20 for adults. See you there! 💙 @unicef_uk
— Soccer Aid (@socceraid) March 19, 2024
Where is Soccer Aid 2024?
Soccer Aid 2024 will be held at Stamford Bridge in West London, home of Premier League side Chelsea.
Who is playing for Team England at Soccer Aid 2024?
- Frank Lampard (co-manager)
- Harry Redknapp (co-manager)
- Robbie Williams (co-manager)
- Jill Scott (captain)
- Paddy McGuinness (celebrity goalkeeper)
- David James (professional goalkeeper)
- David Seaman (goalkeeping coach)
- Jermain Defoe
- Jack Wilshere
- Karen Carney
- Gary Cahill
- Ellen White
- Theo Walcott
- Joe Cole
- Tom Grennan
- Steven Bartlett
- Erin Doherty
- Sir Mo Farah
- Alex Brooker
- Stuart Broad
- Bobby Brazier
- Sam Thompson
- Eddie Hearn
- Miniminter
- Danny Dyer
- Sam Quek
🥊 a knockout blow to the World XI? 🤔 🗯️ @EddieHearn lines up for England at Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2024 🤩 🦁 🏟️ Stamford Bridge, London🗓️ Sunday 9 June 📺 @ITV & @WeAreSTV pic.twitter.com/syjKjvd6Q2
— Soccer Aid (@socceraid) May 24, 2024
Who is playing for the World XI at Soccer Aid 2024?
- Mauricio Pochettino (manager)
- Jesus Perez (coach)
- Usain Bolt (captain)
- Eden Hazard
- Roberto Carlos
- Michael Essien
- Patrice Evra
- Petr Cech (professional goalkeeper)
- John Obi Mikel
- Kaylyn Kyle
- Tony Bellew (celebrity goalkeeper)
- Martin Compston
- Maisie Adam
- Roman Kemp
- Lee Mack
- Tommy Fury
- Diamond (from TV show Gladiators)
- Theo Baker
Where can I watch Soccer Aid 2024?
Soccer Aid will be aired on ITV, STV and ITVX and will be hosted by UNICEF UK ambassador, Dermot O’Leary, alongside Alex Scott.
Sam Matterface will be the lead commentator and Love Island narrator Iain Stirling will be on co-commentary. There is also expected to be a half-time show from a performer yet to be announced.
How can I get tickets for Soccer Aid 2024?
General admission tickets had sold out but the final few tickets have since been released and can be purchased here. For all the latest ticketing information, see socceraid.org.uk/tickets.
Who won Soccer Aid 2023?
The World XI ran out 4-2 winners at Soccer Aid 2023. They have won the last five editions of Soccer Aid with England’s last victory coming in 2018.
World XI have won Soccer Aid seven times and England have won the match on five occasions.