The Line-up - 2026

The wait is almost over – Soccer Aid returns on 31 May 2026, as celebrities and sporting stars come together for an unforgettable night of football and entertainment.

The England squad features football legends Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe, Jill Scott and Jack Wilshere, all pulling on the Three Lions shirt once again. They’ll be joined by actors Tom Hiddleston and Danny Dyer, alongside fan favourites Angry Ginge, Jack Whitehall, Sam Thompson and Olly Murs, coached by Soccer Aid co founder Robbie Williams, with Joe Marler making his debut in goal.

England will face tough opposition from the Soccer Aid World XI, including Nitro from Gladiators, Westlife’s Nicky Byrne, singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy and Sidemen’s Behzinga, alongside football icons Jordi Alba, Leonardo Bonucci and Ali Krieger. The World XI will be coached by Soccer Aid stalwart and Olympic champion Usain Bolt.