In an exciting announcement for soccer fans, former world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury will team up with former England striker Wayne Rooney to co-manage the England team for Soccer Aid 2025. The charity match is set to take place on June 15 at Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, where Rooney previously played. This year’s event aims to raise funds for UNICEF and follows the success of last year's match, which generated over £15 million for charitable causes.

Fury expressed his enthusiasm for leading the England team, stating, "The prospect of leading my England team to victory this June fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight." As a lifelong Manchester United supporter, he is particularly thrilled about managing at Old Trafford alongside Rooney, whom he regards as one of his footballing heroes. Rooney, who has experience managing in Soccer Aid 2020 and playing in 2021, echoed Fury’s sentiments, emphasizing the seriousness with which they both approach the charity match and his excitement to play alongside former teammates like Gary Neville and Paul Scholes.

The World XI team will feature a mix of celebrities and former professional players, including notable debuts from former Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci and Denmark forward Nadia Nadim. Since its inception in 2006, Soccer Aid has raised a remarkable total of over £106 million for charities, underscoring the event's significance in the football community and beyond. Fans can look forward to an entertaining match filled with nostalgia, competitive spirit, and a strong cause at its heart.