Soccer Assist is again for 2026 with a star-studded lineup for the charity match on ITV.
Jack Wilshere, Toni Duggan and Michael Carrick performed finally yr’s Soccer Assist (Picture: Getty Pictures)
Soccer Assist returns in 2026, with the beloved charity fixture marking its twentieth anniversary this yr. Established by Robbie Williams and Jonathan Wilkes in 2006, the occasion brings collectively a bunch of celebrities and former skilled footballers as an England aspect squares off towards a ‘World XI’ staff earlier than a capability crowd. Initially staged each two years, it has been held yearly since 2018, elevating over £120 million for UNICEF UK because it first kicked off.
All through its historical past, some true legends of the sport have graced the event, with Diego Maradona, Paul Gascoigne, Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldinho amongst these to have pulled on their boots. Main Hollywood names corresponding to Woody Harrelson, Mike Myers and Will Ferrell have additionally featured in earlier editions, alongside sporting giants together with Sir Mo Farah, Usain Bolt and Brian Lara. Now, following every week of anniversary festivities, the eagerly anticipated match is ready to happen on the London Stadium, residence of West Ham United.
We use your sign-up to offer content material in methods you have consented to and to enhance our understanding of you. This may occasionally embody adverts from us and third events based mostly on our understanding. You possibly can unsubscribe at any time. Learn our Privateness Coverage
Associated articles
Alex Brooke breaks down in tears over Soccer Assist’s life-changing affect
Soccer Assist TV channel, reside stream and kick-off time for England vs World XI
Acquainted favourites Paddy McGuinness and Olly Murs will as soon as once more symbolize England, bolstered by thrilling new additions together with Adolescence star Owen Cooper, former rugby worldwide Joe Marler and ex-Love Island contestant Chloe Burrows.
For the World XI, returning stalwarts Nicky Byrne, Maisie Adam and Dermot Kennedy can be joined by the likes of actor Chris O’Dowd, Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil and YouTuber Behzinga. Right here is every little thing you should know forward of this yr’s fixture, from TV channel and reside stream particulars to the complete lineups.
This yr’s Soccer Assist will kick off at 6.30pm on Sunday, Could 31 on the London Stadium. The beginning time has been introduced ahead by an hour, having beforehand bought underway at 7.30pm lately.
Reside tv protection will start on ITV1 at 5.30pm. The match will even be obtainable to stream free of charge through the ITVX web site and app, in addition to ITV’s YouTube channel.
Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott will as soon as once more entrance ITV’s protection of the favored charity fixture.
Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott are on internet hosting duties for ITV (Picture: Getty)
England staff
Celebrities: Alex Brooker, Indignant Ginge, Large Zuu, Chloe Burrows, Damson Idris, GK Barry, Jack Whitehall, Joe Marler, Jordan North, Olly Murs, Owen Cooper, Paddy McGuinness, Robbie Williams, Sam Thompson, Tom Hiddleston, Tom Grennan
Ex-pros: Jermain Defoe, Jill Scott, Jack Wilshere, Joe Hart, Steph Houghton, Theo Walcott, Wayne Rooney, Joleon Lescott, Shaun Wright-Phillips, Toni Duggan, Jade Moore
World XI staff
Celebrities: Behzinga, Chris O’Dowd, Dermot Kennedy, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Maisie Adam, Nabhaan Rizwan, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Nicky Byrne, Richard Gadd, Simon Neil
Ex-pros: Jordi Alba, Leonardo Bonucci, Lukas Podolski, Michael Essien, Tim Cahill, Dimitar Berbatov, Nemanja Matic, Ali Krieger, Edwin van der Sar, Jen Beattie
Leave a Reply