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Celebrity Football Freestyler Billy Wingrove to Coach at Soccer Aid Charity Match
Soccer Aid, the annual charity football match, is set to showcase celebrity talent once again this summer at Chelsea’s iconic Stamford Bridge.
The event, in support of the charity organization UNICEF, will see a star-studded England and World XI teams take to the field, including renowned football freestyler Billy Wingrove in a coaching role.
Wingrove, known for his work alongside Jeremy Lynch and their popular F2 YouTube channel, brings his skills and expertise to guide the celebrity players participating in the match.
With a background that includes a stint at Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur, Wingrove is well-equipped to help the likes of Mo Farah, Steven Bartlett, and football legends like Jermain Defoe and Jill Scott refine their playing abilities.
The England team roster boasts a mix of sports personalities and entertainment figures, with stars such as David James, Gary Cahill, Joe Cole, Karen Carney, and Sam Thompson among those lacing up for the charity event.
The World XI squad also features a diverse lineup, with names like Eden Hazard, Stuart Broad, Miniminter, Paddy McGuiness, and Theo Walcott sharing the pitch with renowned figures like David Seaman and Ellen White.
Managing the England team are Frank Lampard, alongside Harry Redknapp and Robbie Williams, while Mauricio Pochettino returns to lead the Soccer Aid World XI in what promises to be a thrilling exhibition of football talent.
The live broadcast of Soccer Aid will be presented by UNICEF UK Ambassador Dermot O’Leary, alongside Alex Scott, with commentary provided by Sam Matterface and Iain Stirling, ensuring fans around the world can engage with the action-packed charity match.
Soccer Aid is scheduled for Sunday, June 9, offering a blend of sporting excitement and philanthropic contributions at one of the most anticipated events in the football calendar.