OLLY MURS
INTO THE UNKNOWN
FOR SOCCER AID
Olly Murs Takes on a 400km Challenge for Soccer Aid for UNICEF
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Soccer Aid for UNICEF, multi‑platinum singer and TV presenter Olly Murs is stepping away from the stage to take on one of the toughest challenges of his life. Setting off on Monday 11 May, he’ll cover a gruelling 400km across five days, all to raise vital funds for children around the world.
Help Support Olly’s Soccer Aid challenge for children around the world by donating now. Every £1 you donate – up to £6 million – will be doubled thanks to the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation, so you can make double the difference for children.
A Five‑Day Test of Endurance
Olly will run, row and ride his way from Manchester’s Old Trafford – where Soccer Aid first kicked off – to London Stadium, the home of this year’s milestone match.
The challenge spans five brutal days, each one testing him in new ways – across tough terrain, punishing climbs and intimidating stretches of water. It’s a physical and mental test unlike anything he’s faced before.
No Route, No Warning, No Easy Days
To make things even tougher, Olly won’t know each day’s route until moments before he sets off, with details revealed live on national radio. With no time to prepare, every day brings a new unknown – and nowhere to hide.
Why Olly is taking on the Challenge
Olly first pulled on his boots for Soccer Aid in 2010, driven by pure competitive spirit. Years on, as a seasoned Soccer Aid veteran, a proud new dad and carrying a knee injury, he’s taking on this challenge at a very different point in his life.
But his determination remains as strong as ever. By pushing himself far beyond his comfort zone, Olly is raising vital funds for UNICEF – helping protect play for every child around the world.
Support Olly’s Challenge and Help Children Thrive
By supporting Olly’s Soccer Aid for UNICEF challenge, you can help give children around the world the chance to grow up safe, healthy and able to play.
Every donation helps UNICEF reach children with the support they need – from healthcare and nutrition to protection, education and safe spaces to play.
Donate to support children through Soccer Aid for UNICEF.
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"When you`re like this vulnerable in water on your own... something about it scares the living daylights out of me."
Olly is ready to face his long-held fear of being alone on deep water for one special reason - to raise money for UNICEF to help children grow up safe, healthy and able to play.
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