The annual Soccer Aid charity football match has moved its kick-off time for the 20th anniversary event. The match will now start at 6:30 p.
m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at London Stadium.
Organizers adjusted the start time from the traditional 7:30 p. m.
slot used in recent years. The change marks the event's two-decade milestone.
Broadcast Details
ITV1 will begin its live television coverage at 5:30 p. m.
Complimentary streaming options are available via the ITVX website, the ITVX app, and the official ITV YouTube channel.
Fundraising and History
The celebrity-driven match serves as a major fundraiser for UNICEF UK. It has generated more than £120 million since its inception in 2006.
Robbie Williams and Jonathan Wilkes founded the event. It transitioned from a biennial schedule to an annual fixture in 2018.
Player Lineups
This year's England roster features returning participants Paddy McGuinness and Olly Murs. Debuting figures include actor Owen Cooper, former rugby player Joe Marler, and television personality Chloe Burrows.
The opposing World XI squad includes returning players Nicky Byrne, Maisie Adam, and Dermot Kennedy.
New additions for the international team include actor Chris O'Dowd, musician Simon Neil, and internet personality Behzinga.
