20 years of Soccer AidYes, it’s the 20th anniversary of the launch of this fixture, still popular among celebrities and (seemingly) fans. About £121m has been raised for Unicef over the years – some effort.David Seaman is one of the managers this year at Soccer Aid (Getty)Harry Latham-Coyle31 May 2026 17:00Soccer Aid LIVEA fixture in the footballing and charitable calendars, Soccer Aid returns with another band of celebrities ready to take to the London Stadium in the name of raising money and not embarrasing themselves in a sporting sense. 20 years on from the first edition, England face a World XI (sort of) from 6.30pm BST.Soccer Aid is back (AFP/Getty)Michael Jones31 May 2026 11:27
Soccer Aid LIVE: England take on World XI in annual charity match at London Stadium
England legends Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe and Jill Scott with be joined by celebrity guests like Olly Murs and Tom Hiddleston











