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Tom Walker to Perform at Soccer Aid 2023 Half-Time Show at Stamford Bridge
Scottish singer-songwriter Tom Walker is set to grace the stage at the half-time show of Soccer Aid 2023, taking place at Stamford Bridge.
Known for his hit singles like ‘Leave a Light On‘ and his chart-topping album ‘What a Time to Be Alive‘, Walker’s performance promises to entertain both the live audience at Chelsea’s stadium and viewers tuning in from home.
Having clinched the Best Breakthrough Act at the 2019 Brit Awards, Walker continues to captivate fans with his musical talents, with recent releases such as ‘Lifeline’ adding to his repertoire.
Born in Kilsyth and raised in Chelford, Walker’s journey to stardom has been marked by his distinctive sound and heartfelt lyrics.
The star-studded England team for Soccer Aid includes sporting icons like Mo Farah, Steven Bartlett, Jermain Defoe, Jill Scott, Gary Cahill, and Joe Cole, among others.
New additions to this year’s lineup feature familiar faces like Sam Thompson, Stuart Broad, Bobby Brazier, and former Chelsea legend Eden Hazard.
On the opposing side, the World XI team boasts a formidable roster including Usain Bolt, Roman Kemp, Martin Compston, Eden Hazard, Roberto Carlos, and John Obi Mikel, among others.
With Frank Lampard at the helm for England and Mauricio Pochettino leading the Soccer Aid World XI, the stage is set for an electrifying charity match on June 9 at Stamford Bridge.
UNICEF UK Ambassador Dermot O’Leary will host the live show, alongside co-host Alex Scott, with commentary by Sam Matterface and Iain Stirling, making Soccer Aid 2023 a star-studded affair both on and off the pitch.