SOME of the biggest names on the planet will take part in TODAY’S iconic Soccer Aid event – and the official kick-off time has been confirmed!
Two-time Premier League winner scored FOUR before Big Zuu’s late strike saw World XI pull off an incredible comeback win against England last year.
Big Zuu scored the winner in last year’s Soccer Aid Credit: AFP
means that England have only won once in the last seven meetings.
However, the likes of footballing legend and YouTube sensation Angry Ginge will be looking to change that as they represent the hosts during this year’s London Stadium showdown.
And SunSport can provide fans with all the key information, including what time the match kicks off.
What time does Soccer Aid 2026 kick off?
- Soccer Aid 2026 kicks off at 6:30pm BST.
- West Ham’s London Stadium is the chosen venue for the annual charity event.
Soccer Aid 2026 - all the info
Soccer Aid will take place at the London Stadium on Sunday night – and there’s a star-studded line-up for the 20th anniversary.
Wayne Rooney heads the England line-up filled with former internationals and high-profile celebrities.
The Three Lions are out for revenge after World XI secured the bragging rights with a 5-4 win at Old Trafford last year.
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Who is playing in Soccer Aid 2026?
Managers and coaches
- Robbie Williams (England)
- Harry Redknapp (England)
- David Seaman (England)
- Bradley Walsh (England)
- Judi Love (England)
- Usain Bolt (World XI)
- Clarence Seedorf (World XI)
England
- Wayne Rooney – former Manchester United and England striker.
- Jermain Defoe – former Tottenham and England striker.
- Jill Scott – former Manchester City and England player.
- – former Arsenal and England midfielder.
- Jade Moore – former Man United and England midfielder.
- Joleon Lescott – former Man City and England defender.
- Shaun Wright-Phillips – former Man City and England forward.
- Tom Hiddleston – actor known for playing ‘Loki’ in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- – comedian and presenter.
- Owen Cooper – actor best known for playing Jamie in ‘Adolescence’.
- Danny Dyer – actor and TV personality.
- Damson Idris – actor best known for the ‘F1’ movie.
- – former Arsenal and England winger.
- Angry Ginge – YouTuber.
- Chloe Burrows – former Love Island star and radio host.
- Jack Whitehall – comedian.
- Jordan North – radio presenter and podcaster.
- Sam Thompson – reality TV star and podcaster.
- Olly Murs – singer.
- Steph Houghton – former Manchester City, Arsenal and England player.
- Toni Duggan – former Manchester City and England player.
- – former England rugby player.
- Joe Hart – former Manchester City and England goalkeeper.
- GK Barry – influencer and podcaster.
- Alex Brooker – comedian.
World XI
- – former Barcelona and Spain defender.
- Leonardo Bonucci – former Juventus and Italy defender.
- Lukas Podolski – former Arsenal and Germany forward.
- Michael Essien – former Chelsea and Ghana midfielder.
- Tim Cahill – former Everton and Australian midfielder.
- Dimitar Berbatov – former Man Utd and Bulgarian striker.
- Nemanja Matic – former Man Utd and Serbia midfielder.
- Ali Krieger – two-time World Cup champion with United States’ women.
- Behzinga – YouTuber and member of the .
- Dermot Kennedy – singer.
- Edwin van der Sar – former Manchester United and Netherlands goalkeeper.
- Maisie Adam – comedian.
- Jen Beattie – former Arsenal and Scotland player.
- Nicky Byrne – member of Westlife
- Nitro – former Team GB sprinter and star of Gladiators.
- Chris O’Dowd – Irish actor and comedian.
- Simon Neil – singer in rock band Biffy Clyro.
- Richard Gadd – actor and comedian.
- Nikolaj Coster Waldau – actor.
- Harry Aikines-Aryeetey – former Commonwealth athlete and star of Gladiators.
- Molly McCann – former fighter.
- TBJZL – YouTuber and member of the Sidemen.
- – former champion horse racing jockey.
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