Inside Soccer Aid 2026 from dark horse Love Islander to star who 'takes no prisoners'

Soccer Aid 2026 is set to kick off in just a few days as football legends and celebrities will come together for a football match to raise money for charity. The annual charity match supports global children's charity Unicef, set up by co-founders Pop star Robbie Williams and television presenter Jonathan Wilkes. It has been running since 2006, with 2026 marking two decades of Soccer Aid. This is the 20th anniversary of the match, and Soccer Aid is hoping to break the £121m donations record.

Among the many stars taking to the pitch is radio presenter Jordan North, who admitted that he’s excited to play alongside England's top goal scorer, Wayne Rooney and claimed that the celebs need to watch out for former football player Jill Scott as she “takes no prisoners”. Meanwhile, former Love Island star Chloe Burrows appears to be a dark horse as she has a background in football not many people know about. The radio presenter revealed that she used to be a semi-professional player when she was 15-years-old. Reigning King of the Jungle, Angry Ginge said taking part in the Soccer Aid for UNICEF match is a “dream come true” and it “means a lot” to him to be chosen.

Ahead of the England VS World XI match here is a list of the famous faces taking part in the iconic game. Manager: Robbie Williams - The pop singer who is a UNICEF ambassador and the brains behind Soccer Aid. Paddy McGuinness - comedian who will play in goal. Joe Hart - former England and Manchester City goalkeeper.

Wayne Rooney - former England and Manchester United striker. Theo Walcott - former England and Arsenal forward. Alex Brooker - comedian who became the first physically disabled player in Soccer Aid history in 2022. Jill Scott - former England, Everton, Manchester City player.

Owen Cooper - actor who rose to fame in 'Adolescence.' Jermain Defoe - former England and Tottenham striker. Chloe Burrow - former Love Island star GK Barry - influencer and Loose Women panelist Tom Hiddleston - actor well-known for 'The Night Manager.' Damson Idris - actor well-known for the 'F1' movie. Sam Thompson - reality star best-known from 'Made In Chelsea.' Tom Grennan - pop singer. Jordan North - radio presenter.

Angry Ginge - influencer and reigning King of the Jungle. Steph Houghton - former England, Arsenal, Man City player. Toni Duggan - former England, Everton, Man City player. Joe Marler - ex-England rugby international.

Olly Murs - pop singer. Manager: Usain Bolt - Olympic legend who previously played, and scored, in Soccer Aid. Edwin van der Sar - former Netherlands and Man United goalkeeper. Chris O'Dowd - actor and comedian.

Jordi Alba - former Spain and Barcelona left-back. Ali Krieger - former U.S. international. Jen Beattie - former Scotland international. Leonardo Bonucci - former Italy and Juventus defender.

Simon Neil - singer of rock band Biffy Clyro. Richard Gadd - actor and comedian. Maisie Adam - comedian. Nikolaj Coster Waldau - actor.

Harry Aikines-Aryeetey - Commonwealth athlete and star of TV show Gladiators. Big Zuu - rapper, singer, TV personality. Soccer Aid 2026 will air on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player on Sunday, May 31 at 5pm and kick-off is from 6.30pm BST