Soccer Aid for UNICEF is an entertainment-led charity campaign, culminating in the world’s biggest celebrity football match featuring two teams of professional and celebrity players, broadcast live on ITV1, STV,ITVX and STV Player on Sunday 15 June 2025 at Old Trafford, Manchester. Soccer Aid for UNICEF aims to raise millions of pounds to support UNICEF’s vital work around the world helping children get the best start in life. Since the first game in 2006, more than £106 million has been raised by Soccer Aid to support UNICEF in its ambition to reach more children than any other humanitarian organisation. In 190 countries around the world, we have used our experience to help give millions of children the chance to enjoy a carefree, play-filled childhood. We are so proud of this and can’t wait to make it happen for millions more.
When is Soccer Aid for UNICEF?
This year, the match was held at Old Trafford, Manchester on Sunday 15 June 2025. The game was broadcast live on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Visit UNICEF's website to find out more about Sam Thompson's Match Ball Mission: socceraid.org.uk/challenge.