SOCCER AID FOR UNICEF 2026
RAISES £16,462,353

Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2026, broadcast live on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player, has raised an incredible £16,462,353 to support UNICEF’s vital work for children worldwide.

Tonight’s match marked the twentieth anniversary of Soccer Aid for UNICEF, and since 2006, the event has raised over £137 million to help children grow safe, healthy and able to play.

The sold-out London Stadium played host to another unforgettable night as England secured a 3-2 victory over the Soccer Aid World XI FC.

Making his Soccer Aid debut, Damson Idris kicked off the scoring for England with a 31st minute goal. England stated the second half strong as Jermaine Defoe doubled England’s lead, before adding a superb third with a chip over World XI goalkeeper Chris O’Dowd. Soccer Aid World XI pulled it back to make it 3-2 with goals from former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien and former Everton midfielder Tim Cahill.

For 20 years, we’ve shared one goal: for children to grow up safe, healthy and able to play. Now two all-star squads go head-to-head to protect play for every child.

Play is at the heart of childhood – moving, exploring, imagining. But conflict, disease and disasters can disrupt it in an instant.

This year’s fundraising could help UNICEF create safe spaces in crises, deliver vital vaccinations and nutrition, support learning, and so much more to protect every child’s right to play. 

It’s not too late! Show your support by clicking the link below and making a donation towards UNICEF’s vital work today.