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Soccer Aid 2025 live: England vs World XI result as Carlos Tevez scores four and Big Zuu nets winner
England 4-5 World XI: Big Zuu scored the late winner after Tevez turned the game around to spark the comeback
Big Zuu scored a dramatic winner after Carlos Tevez grabbed four goals of his own as the World XI came from behind to beat England 5-4 to regain the Soccer Aid crown at Old Trafford.
Wayne Rooney marked his return to Old Trafford by giving England the lead inside five minutes and Toni Duggan doubled their lead shortly before half time with a composed finish from the former Lionesses.
Jermain Defoe added to England’s advantage after the break, and then scored England’s fourth to become the top scorer in Soccer Aid history. But Tevez, who famously moved from Manchester United to Manchester City and enjoyed playing the pantomime villain at Old Trafford, rattled off four goals in quick succession to level.
And with the match heading to penalties, YouTube star and TV presenter Big Zuu found the corner of the goal with a low shot past Paddy McGuinness to complete the comeback for the World XI. The annual match for children’s charity UNICEF raised over £15m.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free. Plus follow all the reaction from Soccer Aid at Old Trafford:
England manager, coaches and players for Soccer Aid 2025
Manager and coaches
Wayne Rooney (Former footballer and manager)
Tyson Fury (Boxer)
Harry Redknapp (Former football manager)
Vicky McClure (Actor)
Goalkeeping coach: David James (Former footballer)
Players
Steven Bartlett (Entrepreneur)
Alex Brooker (TV personality)
Jermain Defoe (Former footballer)
Toni Duggan (Former footballer)
Sir Mo Farah (Former Olympian)
Angry Ginge (YouTuber)
Tom Grennan (Musician)
Bear Grylls (TV personality)
Joe Hart (Former footballer)
Steph Houghton (Former footballer)
Aaron Lennon (Former footballer)
Dame Denise Lewis (Olympic gold medallist)
Paddy McGuinness (TV personality)
Gary Neville (Former footballer)
Sam Quek (Former hockey player/TV personality)
Wayne Rooney (Former footballer and manager)
Paul Scholes (Former footballer)
Jill Scott (Former footballer)
Sam Thompson (King of the Jungle)
Louis Tomlinson (Musician)
England train for Soccer Aid 2025
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World XI coaches and players for Soccer Aid 2025
Managers/coaches
Peter Schmeichel (Former footballer)
Players
Noah Beck (Actor)
Tony Bellew (Boxer)
Leonardo Bonucci (Former footballer)
Tobi Brown (Sideman star)
Martin Compston (Actor)
Richard Gadd (Actor/comedian)
Bryan Habana (Rugby)
Dermot Kennedy (Musician and halftime performer)
Harry Kewell (Former footballer)
Kaylyn Kyle (Former footballer)
Gorka Marquez (Strictly)
Nadia Nadim (Footballer)
Livi Sheldon (Diamond from Gladiators)
Carlos Tevez (Former footballer)
Edwin van der Sar (Former footballer)
Nemanja Vidic (Former footballer)
Billy Wingrove (Freestyle footballer)
Big Zuu (Musician and TV personality)
World XI train for Soccer Aid 2025
Tyson Fury on managing England at Soccer Aid 2025
Fury said: “England manager! Who would ever have thought it!?
"I have had some big fights in my career and the prospect of leading my England team to victory this June fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight!
"Everyone knows that I am a huge Manchester United fan too, so it’s even more special for me that the game is at Old Trafford this year – and I get to manage one of my heroes, Wayne Rooney!
"How can we lose!? The work UNICEF does all around the world is so special and so important.
"I really hope that you can come along and support us this summer.”
England snap five-year losing streak to claim Soccer Aid 2024
England triumphed 6-3 over the World XI last year at Stamford Bridge with Lionesses legend Ellen White and Steven Bartlett’s double proving decisive.
Chelsea legend Eden Hazard starred for the World XI and scored on his return to the Bridge.
But the management trio Frank Lampard, Harry Redknapp and Robbie Williams inspired a first win in six years with the overall score 7-6 now to the World XI since the event’s inception in 2006.
Meet the England and World XI line-ups for Unicef UK charity match
England look strong for this year’s edition of Soccer Aid with a good selection of high-quality former footballers, such as Paul Scholes, Gary Neville, Michael Carrick and Jack Wilshere, while Tom Grennan has always proven effective as one of the celebrities.
Fans can look to Wayne Rooney in the dugout, alongside Tyson Fury, which should inspire the players on the Old Trafford turf.
Other celebrities include One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson and actress Bella Ramsey.
When is Soccer Aid 2025 and how can I watch?
When and where is Soccer Aid 2025?
Soccer Aid 2025 will be played on Sunday 15 June at Old Trafford, home of Manchester United, with kick-off set for 7:30pm BST.
How can I watch Soccer Aid 2025 on TV and is there a live stream?
You can watch Soccer Aid 2025 live on ITV1 and ITVX will have you covered for a live stream on mobile devices. Coverage starts at 6pm BST.
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