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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Soccer Aid 2025 announce late call-up for Brazil legend, 53, just hours before kick-off
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRAZIL legend Rivaldo has been announced as a stunning late addition to the Soccer Aid 2025 lineup. The 53-year-old legend, who last graced the pitch professionally back in 2015, is making a sensational return for the charity event. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Rivaldo has been announced as a late call-up for Soccer Aid 2025 2 Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney will also be involved Wearing the blue and black kit of the Rest of the World team, Rivaldo's return is one that adds to the growing importance of the game. Fans are already buzzing with excitement at the thought of seeing the Ballon d'Or winner back on the field. Brazilian Rivaldo, whose dazzling footwork and lethal finishing made him one of the greatest players of his generation, has kept a relatively low profile in the football world since his retirement. But now it seems the urge to play again - especially for a cause like Soccer Aid — has proved too strong to resist. One fan on X said: "I swear, if a similar announcement of Totti appears on here, last minute, I will lose my head. You've been warned." Then another one read simply: "This is so cool as a real legend will be playing. The stage is set for a thrilling evening, as Rivaldo prepares to line up alongside global superstars like Usain Bolt, David Beckham, and Michael Owen. With all eyes on the legendary striker, Soccer Aid 2025 is set to be one for the history books. England ended their SIX-YEAR wait for a win at Soccer Aid 2024 at Stamford Bridge which raised £15million. Let's just hope that Rivaldo's fitness holds up and he can help raise more the charity game. But the big question is, can he still deliver that signature Brazilian flair?
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Soccer Aid 2025 announce late call-up for Brazil legend, 53, just hours before kick-off
BRAZIL legend Rivaldo has been announced as a stunning late addition to the Soccer Aid 2025 lineup. The 53-year-old legend, who last graced the pitch professionally back in 2015, is making a sensational return for the charity event. 2 Rivaldo has been announced as a late call-up for Soccer Aid 2025 2 Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney will also be involved Wearing the blue and black kit of the Rest of the World team, Rivaldo's return is one that adds to the growing importance of the game. Fans are already buzzing with excitement at the thought of seeing the Ballon d'Or winner back on the field. Brazilian Rivaldo, whose dazzling footwork and lethal finishing made him one of the greatest players of his generation, has kept a relatively low profile in the football world since his retirement. But now it seems the urge to play again - especially for a cause like Soccer Aid — has proved too strong to resist. READ MORE NEWS One fan on X said: "I swear, if a similar announcement of Totti appears on here, last minute, I will lose my head. You've been warned." Then another one read simply: "This is so cool as a real legend will be playing. The stage is set for a thrilling evening, as Rivaldo prepares to line up alongside global superstars like Usain Bolt, David Beckham, and Michael Owen. With all eyes on the legendary striker, Soccer Aid 2025 is set to be one for the history books. Most read in Football England ended their SIX-YEAR wait for a win at Soccer Aid 2024 at Stamford Bridge which raised £15million. Let's just hope that Rivaldo's fitness holds up and he can help raise more the charity game. But the big question is, can he still deliver that signature Brazilian flair? World XI team and coaching staff Here is a look at the full team for the World XI for Soccer Aid 2025... Team: Tony Bellew (Former boxer) Leonardo Bonucci (Former footballer) Tobi Brown (YouTube star) Martin Compston (Actor) Richard Gadd (Actor) Bryan Habana (Former rugby star) Dermot Kennedy (Musician) Kaylyn Kyle (Former footballer) Gorka Marquez (Dancer) Nadia Nadim (Footballer) Livi Sheldon (Gladiators star) Edwin van der Sar (Former footballer) Nemanja Vidic (Former footballer) Harry Kewell (Former footballer) Big Zuu (YouTube star) Noah Beck (Actor) Carlos Tevez (Former footballer) Billy Wingrove (Football freestyler) Robbie Keane (Former footballer) John O'Shea (Former footballer) Maisie Adam (Comedian) David Trezeguet (Former footballer) Nicky Byrne (Singer) Kheira Hamraoui (Former footballer) Asim Chaudhry (Comedian) Manager: Peter Schmeichel (Former footballer)
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Who are the Soccer Aid England v World XI managers and coaches?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ENGLAND will take on the Soccer Aid World XI to raise tens of millions of pounds for Unicef in the biggest charity football match on the planet. This year's line-up is bigger and better than ever before — here we take a look at the managers and coaches who will be leading the sides out at Old Trafford on Sunday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney will co-manage England at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: PA England managers & coaches Tyson Fury Former world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury is making his debut as England co-manager at Soccer Aid 2025. A passionate Manchester United fan, Fury has expressed his immense pride and excitement over leading England out at his club's home ground. He has compared the anticipation for Soccer Aid to that of a big boxing match. His appearance is particularly significant as it marks his first major public event since retiring from boxing after his controversial second points defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. Fury has refused to rule out the mouthwatering prospect of subbing himself on and forming a partnership with Man Utd's all-time record goalscorer Wayne Rooney. Upon his announcement, Tyson Fury said: 'ENGLAND MANAGER! Who would ever have thought it!? "I have had some big fights in my career and the prospect of leading my England team to victory this June fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight! "Everyone knows that I am a huge Manchester United fan too, so it's even more special for me that the game is at Old Trafford this year — and I get to manage one of my heroes, Wayne Rooney! "How can we lose!? The work UNICEF does all around the world is so special and so important. "I really hope that you can come along and support us this summer.' England life Soccer Aid Trophy 2024 as Robbie Williams announces money raised Wayne Rooney 6 Wayne Rooney will feature as a player-manager at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: ©UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures Legendary former England and Red Devils striker Wayne Rooney will serve as co-manager for the England team alongside Fury. Rooney will also return to play in the match, bringing both his managerial and on-field experience to the team. He has previously managed at Soccer Aid in 2020 and also played in 2021. Rooney and Fury share a mutual respect and enthusiasm for the event and will be hoping to replicate the success of last year, when England won Soccer Aid 2024 6-3 to end a six-year wait to beat the World XI. Harry Redknapp 6 Harry Redknapp pictured during a Soccer Aid for Unicef 2022 Training Session at Champneys Tring Credit: Getty Harry Redknapp is returning for his eighth Soccer Aid to be part of the coaching staff assisting Fury and Rooney. During his career, the experienced former football manager took the helm at sides including West Ham, Portsmouth, Southampton, Spurs and Birmingham City. Redknapp's extensive background in the Premier League provides valuable tactical insight and leadership to the England side. Vicky McClure 6 Vicky McClure is an England coach at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: ©UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures Vicky McClure, best known for her portrayal of DI Kate Fleming in Line of Duty, is also part of England's coaching staff. Her presence adds a celebrity element to the team of coaches and further support for the team's managers. Vicky's involvement exemplifies Soccer Aid's approach — combining sports figures and celebs to enhance the spectacle and increase the event's appeal and reach. David James 6 Former goalkeeper David James is the goalkeeping coach for the England team Credit: Getty Former England No 1 David James is serving as the goalkeeping coach for the team. During his glittering career, he played for sides including Liverpool, Aston Villa, West Ham, Manchester City, Portsmouth, Bristol City and Bournemouth. With his wealth of experience between the posts, James is responsible for preparing the team's goalkeepers for the high-profile charity match. World managers and coaches 6 The only confirmed member of the World XI management team so far is Peter Schmeichel Credit: Alamy At the time of writing, the full line-up of managers and coaches for the World XI hasn't been announced, with details expected to be released closer to the event. So far only Peter Schmeichel, the legendary former United and Denmark keeper, has been named in the management team for the World XI. Widely regarded as one of the greatest goalies of all time, he won just about everything during his playing career, including five Premier League titles, three FA Cups, a League Cup, Champions League and Uefa Super Cup.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Who are the Soccer Aid England v World XI managers and coaches?
ENGLAND will take on the Soccer Aid World XI to raise tens of millions of pounds for Unicef in the biggest charity football match on the planet. This year's line-up is bigger and better than ever before — here we take a look at the managers and coaches who will be leading the sides out at Old Trafford on Sunday. Advertisement 6 Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney will co-manage England at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: PA England managers & coaches Tyson Fury Former world heavyweight boxing champion A passionate Manchester United fan, Fury has expressed his immense pride and excitement over leading England out at his club's home ground. He has compared the anticipation for Soccer Aid to that of a big boxing match. His appearance is particularly significant as it marks his first major public event since retiring from boxing after his Advertisement Fury has refused to rule out the mouthwatering prospect of subbing himself on and forming a partnership with Upon his announcement, Tyson Fury said: 'ENGLAND MANAGER! Who would ever have thought it!? "I have had some big fights in my career and the prospect of leading my England team to victory this June fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight! "Everyone knows that I am a huge Manchester United fan too, so it's even more special for me that the game is at Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive Breaking "How can we lose!? The work UNICEF does all around the world is so special and so important. "I really hope that you can come along and support us this summer.' England life Soccer Aid Trophy 2024 as Robbie Williams announces money raised Wayne Rooney 6 Wayne Rooney will feature as a player-manager at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: ©UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures Legendary former Advertisement Rooney will also return to play in the match, bringing both his managerial and on-field experience to the team. He has previously managed at Soccer Aid in 2020 and also played in 2021. Rooney and Fury share a mutual respect and enthusiasm for the event and will be hoping to replicate the success of last year, when England won Soccer Aid 2024 6-3 to end a six-year wait to beat the World XI. Harry Redknapp 6 Harry Redknapp pictured during a Soccer Aid for Unicef 2022 Training Session at Champneys Tring Credit: Getty Advertisement During his career, the experienced former football manager took the helm at sides including Redknapp's extensive background in the Vicky McClure 6 Vicky McClure is an England coach at Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: ©UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures Advertisement Her presence adds a celebrity element to the team of coaches and further support for the team's managers. Vicky's involvement exemplifies Soccer Aid's approach — combining sports figures and celebs to enhance the spectacle and increase the event's appeal and reach. David James 6 Former goalkeeper David James is the goalkeeping coach for the England team Credit: Getty Advertisement Former England No 1 David James is serving as the goalkeeping coach for the team. During his glittering career, he played for sides including With his wealth of experience between the posts, James is responsible for preparing the team's goalkeepers for the high-profile charity match. World managers and coaches 6 The only confirmed member of the World XI management team so far is Peter Schmeichel Credit: Alamy Advertisement At the time of writing, the full line-up of managers and coaches for the World XI hasn't been announced, with details expected to be released closer to the event. Read more on the Irish Sun So far only Widely regarded as one of the greatest goalies of all time, he won just about everything during his playing career, including five Premier League titles, three FA Cups, a League Cup,
The Herald Scotland
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Soccer Aid 2025: How to watch, when it's on and line-ups
Every year, an England XI takes on a World XI and the 2024 match saw more than £15 million raised. England emerged victorious after a high-scoring 6-3 game last year, which ended a five-game winning streak from World XI. Soccer Aid for UNICEF is back! 🏆💙 🏟️ Old Trafford, Manchester 🗓️ Sunday 15th June 🎟️ Get your tickets today 🫡@ManUtd | #SoccerAid — Soccer Aid (@socceraid) March 11, 2025 You can donate to Soccer Aid on the website here. Who is in the Soccer Aid 2025 squads? As always, the squads for Soccer Aid contain a mixture of celebrities and former professional players. Usual favourites such as Sir Mo Farah and Paddy McGuinness will be returning. The squad lists for Soccer Aid 2025 are as follows: England Alex Brooker Jermain Defoe Steven Bartlett Toni Duggan Angry Ginge Tom Grennan Joe Hart Your England squad is nearly complete. Who else needs to be added? 🏴✍️ — Soccer Aid (@socceraid) June 6, 2025 Steph Houghton Bella Ramsey Bear Grylls Dame Denise Lewis Aaron Lennon Sir Mo Farah Paddy McGuinness Gary Neville Sam Quek Wayne Rooney Jill Scott Paul Scholes Vicky McClure Louis Tomlinson Phil Jagielka Michael Carrick Roman Kemp Jack Wilshere James Nelson-Joyce World XI Leonardo Bonucci Tobi Brown Tony Bellew Richard Gadd Dermot Kennedy Maisie Adam Kaylyn Kyle Bryan Habana Gorka Márquez Nadia Nadim Livi Sheldon (aka Diamond from Gladiators) David Trezeguet Edwin Van der Sar Nicky Byrne Nemanja Vidic Harry Kewell Carlos Tevez Big Zuu Noah Beck Billy Wingrove Robbie Keane Asim Chaudry John O'Shea Kheira Hamraoui Soccer Aid 2025 arrivals have begun 📸 🔥 — Soccer Aid (@socceraid) June 12, 2025 Who are the managers for Soccer Aid 2025? Harry Redknapp will be returning to manage England, while boxer Tyson Fury and Line of Duty actress Vicky McClure will also be part of the management team. Wayne Rooney will also be involved on the coaching side as well as being a listed player. TV personality Sam Thompson had initially been announced as a player for England, but will now be part of the management team following an injury. Meanwhile, former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel will be managing World XI, alongside actors Emmett J. Scanlan and Martin Compston. When is Soccer Aid 2025 on? Soccer Aid 2024 will be hosted at Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium, with kick-off occurring at 7.30pm on Sunday, June 15. Recommended reading: Old Trafford has hosted the match on eight previous occasions, with the most recent one being in 2023. How to watch Soccer Aid 2025 Coverage for Soccer Aid 2025 will be available to watch from 6pm on ITV1 and ITX on Sunday, June 15. Dermot O'Leary and Alex Scott will be presenting the coverage, while Sam Matterface and Jason Manford will be providing commentary.
