Soccer Aid 2026: England beat World XI FC in 20th anniversary game
What a game!
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Soccer Aid for UNICEF celebrated its 20th anniversary in style, with celebrities and football legends taking part in the 2026 charity match at the London Stadium on Sunday 31st May 2026.
The game, which has raised more than £121 million for UNICEF since 2006, once again saw England take on Soccer Aid World XI FC in front of more than 60,000 fans.
Who took part in Soccer Aid 2026?
A whole host of celebs and former professionals took part in the 2026 game, with Usain Bolt making his managerial debut for World XI, and 16-year-old Owen Cooper making history by becoming the youngest ever player.
England Squad
Ex-professionals such as Jermain Defoe, Steph Houghton, Wayne Rooney and Jill Scott took to the pitch for England, alongside famous faces including Olly Murs, Joe Marler, Angry Ginge and Tom Hiddleston.
Harry Redknapp (manager)
Robbie Williams (manager)
Joe Hart (goalkeeper)
Joe Marler (goalkeeper)
Paddy McGuinness (goalkeeper)
GK Barry
Alex Brooker
Owen Cooper
Jermain Defoe
Toni Duggan
Angry Ginge
Tom Hiddleston
Steph Houghton
Damson Idris
Jordan North
Wayne Rooney
Jill Scott
Theo Walcott
Jack Whitehall
Jack Wilshere
Danny Dyer
Shaun Wright-Phillips
Jade Moore
Joleon Lescott
World XI Squad
The World XI squad included famous faces such as Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Chris O'Dowd, Richard Gadd and Dermot Kenndy, as well as former professionals such as Jen Beattie, Edwin van der Sar, Leonardo Bonucci and Jordi Alba.
Usain Bolt (manager)
Edwin van der Sar (goalkeeper)
Chris O'Dowd (goalkeeper)
Jordi Alba
Maisie Adam
Jen Beattie
Leonardo Bonucci
Richard Gadd
Ali Krieger
Nitro
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
Simon Neil
Dermot Kenndy
Nabhaan Rizwan
Michael Essien
Dimitar Berbatov
Frankie Dettori
Behzinga
Nemanja Vidić
Nicky Byrne
Tobi Brown
Molly McCann
Clarence Seedorf
Lukas Podolski
Tim Cahill
When was Soccer Aid 2026?
Soccer Aid took place on Sunday 31st May 2026.
Where did it take place?
The 2026 game took place at the London Stadium (ex Olympic Stadium), in London.
What was the score?
England won the game 3-2.
Actor Damson Idris opened the scoring for England, before former pro Jermaine Defoe scored two quick fire goals. Goals from Michael Essien and Tim Cahill got World XI back into the game, but they were unable to find a late equaliser.
You can watch the match highlights below:
Who was Player of the Match?
For the second consecutive year, Angry Ginge was awarded with the Player of the Match trophy.
How can I watch Soccer Aid?
You can re-watch the game on ITVX and STV Player now.
Who performed?
Robbie Williams performed during the half-time show, singing a stunning rendition of his track 'Feel'.