Soccer Aid

GARY NEVILLE is a Manchester United legend and will star in this year’s Soccer Aid.The former England right-back went into management after hanging up his boots in 2011 and is now a successful pundit on Sky Sports.
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Neville is one of Sky Sports’ most popular football punditsCredit: Getty
Throughout the latter stages of his career he was supported every step of the way by his wife Emma Hadfield, who he wed in 2007.
Who is Gary Neville’s wife Emma Hadfield?
The ex-Red Devils skipper and Emma met in 2004.
Emma is from Middleton, Greater Manchester and was working as a shop assistant when the pair were first introduced.
They were married in a lavish ceremony three years later after Neville had popped the question in Malta.
The pair have been together more than 17 yearsCredit: Getty
Gary and Emma tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in ManchesterCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
During the early stages of their relationship Emma was a holistic therapy student, with the pair now residing in Manchester close to Neville’s impressive property empire.
His hotel business has £20million in assets, while a property development company he set up has assets of £10.5m.
Documents show his remaining businesses have combined assets of more than £40m.

Do the pair have children?
Neville and Emma have two children together.
Their first child Molly was born in January 2009, before Sophie was born just over a year later in March 2010.
Neville keeps the world updated on his families travels, posting snaps from their holidays on his Instagram page. More

THE England XI are looking to win back the Soccer Aid title after being beaten by the World XI on penalties last season.YouTuber Chunkz missed the decisive kick of a penalty shootout at Stamford Bridge last year following a 1-1 draw.
Wayne Rooney is set to play for England against the World XI in Soccer AidCredit: AFP
But this year the home side will have the former England captain in their ranks, Wayne Rooney.
Which club does Wayne Rooney play for now?
Wayne Rooney has retired from professional football.
The former Man Utd star made the decision in order to take permanent charge at Derby County, where he had been player-manager on a temporary basis.
Rooney had a mixed first season after taking over from Philip Cocu with the Rams, initially starting well but then going on a run of just one win in 14 Championship games.
That meant Derby’s survival hopes went down to a straight shootout on the final day against Sheffield Wednesday, with Rooney’s side staying up after coming from behind to earn a 3-3 draw.

Which clubs has Wayne Rooney played for?
Wayne Rooney has played for the following clubs during his 19-year career.

Everton (2002-04)
Manchester United (2004-17)
Everton (2017-18)
DC United (2018-20)
Derby County (2020-21 More

SOCCER AID is back…and unlike last year we will have fans in attendance!Stars from the world of celebrity and sport – such as Usain Bolt and Olly Murs – do battle on the pitch as England aim to bounce back after losing to the Rest Of The World XI in 2020.
Rest Of The World won last year after a thrilling penalty shoot-out
Soccer Aid has raised over £47million for Unicef since its inception in 2006 with a record-breaking £9.3m raised in 2020 alone.
When is Soccer Aid 2021?

Soccer Aid 2021 takes place on Saturday, September 4 – the first time it will be played on a Saturday.
Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium – with fans in attendance – plays host.
The match will kick off at 7.30pm BST.

What TV channel and live stream is Soccer Aid 2021 on?

Who is playing in Soccer Aid 2021?
A stellar cast awaits this year as Soccer Aid returns in front of fans in Manchester.
Wayne Rooney will be coming out of retirement to play for England. Rooney was the Three Lions manager in 2020.
Usain Bolt, Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have also signed-up to play in the big one.
Kelly Smith, Roberto Carlos, Patrice Evra, David James, Emile Heskey and Jamie Redknapp have also been confirmed to play.

And in the latest announcement, Rivaldo will join the Rest of the World XI.
Harry Redknapp returns as Manager of the Soccer Aid World XI FC.
Former Three Lions boss Sven Goran Eriksson will be taking charge of the England XI while Micah Richards joins the England coaching team with David Seaman as goalkeeping coach.
On the celeb front, James Arthur, Tom Grennan, Olly Murs, Mark Wright, Paddy McGuinness, Ore Oduba, Kem Cetinay, Liv Cooke, Roman Kemp and Chunkz will all be running out on the pitch.

What have they said?
The 2020 England manager, Rooney, is coming out of retirement to play in the match.
Rooney, 35, said: “Pulling on an England shirt is always special, so I’m absolutely delighted to be doing that again in Soccer Aid for UNICEF this September.

“Managing the England team last year was great but being around the players made me want to lace up the boots again – now I’ve got that chance, one last time.”
Micah Richards, who will be on Rooney’s coaching staff, said: “Usain Bolt running at Gary Neville? Rooney out of retirement? Me making my coaching debut. What more do you want?! This is going to be so good!
“I can’t wait to see all the lads run out at The Etihad for such a great cause. The line-up is looking really strong and let me tell you – there are even more surprises to come!”
Wayne Rooney to make return at Soccer Aid with England legend to be joined by Usain Bolt, Scholes and Neville at Etihad More

SOCCER AID is back…and unlike last year we’ll have fans in attendance!Stars from the world of celebrity and sport – such as Usain Bolt and Olly Murs – do battle on the pitch as England aim to bounce back after losing to the Rest Of The World XI in 2020.
Rest Of The World won last year after a thrilling penalty shoot-out
Soccer Aid has raised over £47million for Unicef since its inception in 2006 with a record-breaking £9.3m raised in 2020 alone.
When is Soccer Aid 2021?

Soccer Aid 2021 takes place on Saturday, September 4 – the first time it will be played on a Saturday.
Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium – with fans in attendance – plays host.
The match will kick off at 7.30pm BST.

Olly Murs will again be donning the Three Lions shirt
What TV channel and live stream is Soccer Aid 2021 on?

Who is playing in Soccer Aid 2021?
A stellar cast awaits this year as Soccer Aid returns in front of fans in Manchester.
Wayne Rooney will be coming out of retirement to play for England. Rooney was the Three Lions manager in 2020.
Usain Bolt, Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have also signed-up to play in the big one.
Kelly Smith, Roberto Carlos, Patrice Evra, David James, Ashley Cole, Emile Heskey and Jamie Redknapp have also been confirmed to play.
And in the latest announcement, Rivaldo will join the Rest of the World XI.
Harry Redknapp returns as Manager of the Soccer Aid World XI FC, while Micah Richards joins the England coaching team with David Seaman as goalkeeping coach.
On the celeb front, James Arthur, Tom Grennan, Olly Murs, Mark Wright, Paddy McGuinness, Ore Oduba, Kem Cetinay, Liv Cooke, Roman Kemp and Chunkz will all be running out on the pitch.
Chunkz will be able to make amends for his penalty miss this yearCredit: Getty Images – Getty
How can I get tickets to Soccer Aid 2021?

Last year’s Soccer Aid was played behind closed doors…
But not this year!
Get your tickets HERE

What have they said?
The 2020 England manager, Rooney, is coming out of retirement to play in the match.
Rooney, 35, said: “Pulling on an England shirt is always special, so I’m absolutely delighted to be doing that again in Soccer Aid for UNICEF this September.

“Managing the England team last year was great but being around the players made me want to lace up the boots again – now I’ve got that chance, one last time.”
Micah Richards, who will be on Rooney’s coaching staff, said: “Usain Bolt running at Gary Neville? Rooney out of retirement? Me making my coaching debut. What more do you want?! This is going to be so good!
“I can’t wait to see all the lads run out at The Etihad for such a great cause. The line-up is looking really strong and let me tell you – there are even more surprises to come!”
Wayne Rooney to make return at Soccer Aid with England legend to be joined by Usain Bolt, Scholes and Neville at Etihad More

ROBERTO CARLOS is set to line up for the World XI as they look to retain their Soccer Aid title against England.The visitors have won the last two Soccer Aid matches, with former Brazil left-back Roberto Carlos featuring in the victorious 2019 team.
Roberto Carlos is set to appear for the World XI at Soccer AidCredit: Getty – Contributor
But what is he doing after retiring from professional football?
Roberto Carlos spent 11 years at Real MadridCredit: AP:Associated Press
What does Roberto Carlos do now?
Roberto Carlos currently holds a number of ambassadorial roles, such as with Malaysian airline AirAsia.
The Brazilian was also had a spell as assistant coach at Castilla – Real Madrid’s B team – when Santiago Solari took over as senior Real Madrid manager.
Prior to that, he had been manager at two clubs in Turkey – Sivasspor and Akhisarspor – and India’s Delhi Dynamos.
Roberto Carlos was also briefly a coach at Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala in 2012, after he retired as a professional footballer there.

Which clubs did Roberto Carlos play for?
Roberto Carlos had a long and successful career in Brazil, Italy, Turkey and Russia.
He played for the following clubs:

Uniao Sao Joao (1991-93)
Palmeiras (1993-95)
Inter Milan (1995-96)
Real Madrid (1996-2007)
Fenerbahce (2007-09)
Corinthians (2010-11)
Anzhi Machakhala (2011-12)
Delhi Dynamos (2015) More

RIVALDO will form part of the World XI as they take on England in Soccer Aid on September 4.The Brazilian will look to help the visitors retain the title they won last year when Chunkz missed the decisive penalty in a shootout following a 1-1 draw.
Rivaldo is set to represent the World XI at Soccer AidCredit: Getty
But what is the 2002 World Cup winner up to now he has retired from the game.
What does Rivaldo do now?
Rivaldo appears to be living his best life following retirement.
The Brazilian owns a £1m home in Windermere, Florida and most of his Instagram photos are with his second wife Eliza there.
Most commonly, Rivaldo takes pictures of him and his wife either on the beach or working out.
Rivaldo with wife ElizaCredit: Instagram
Rivaldo won the World Cup with Brazil in 2002Credit: AP:Associated Press
This summer, the pair appear to have been travelling around the world, with pictures from Brazil, Cyprus, Israel and Poland.
Rivaldo also took over as president of his former club in Brazil, Mogi Mirim, in 2008 before trying to sell it in 2014. He is not known to still be working there.
In addition, he performed some ambassadorial duties for Barcelona, though these were reportedly scaled down in 2018 after he declared his support for Brazil’s right wing president Jair Bolsonaro.
Ronaldinho was also reported to have had his duties scaled back for the same reason.
However, Rivaldo is still working as an ambassador for Betfair.

Which clubs did Rivaldo play for?
Rivaldo had a long and illustrious career in Brazil, Spain, Italy, Greece, Uzbekistan and Angola, representing no fewer than 13 clubs.
They were:

Santa Cruz (1991-92)
Mogi Mirim (1992-94)
Corinthians (loan) (1993-94)
Palmeiras (1994-96)
Deportivo (1996-97)
Barcelona (1997-2002)
AC Milan (2002-03)
Cruzeiro (2004)
Olympiacos (2004-07)
AEK Athens (2007-08)
Bunyodkor (2008-10)
Sao Paulo (loan) (2011)
Kabuscorp (2012)
Sao Caetano (2013)
Mogi Mirim (2014-15) More

SOCCER AID is drawing closer as the England and the Rest of the World teams do battle in Manchester.The English will be out for revenge after suffering defeat on penalties against the World XI at Stamford Bridge last year.
Wayne Rooney and Usain Bolt will be among the players facing off in Soccer Aid
And fans will be in full attendance at the Etihad after last year’s event at Stamford Bridge was played behind closed doors.
Who is in the England team for Soccer Aid?
Olly Murs
Wayne Rooney
James Arthur
Paul Scholes
Gary Neville
Paddy McGuinness
Jamie Redknapp
Chunkz
Fara Williams
Mark Wright (Towie star)
Ashley Cole
Liv Cooke
Kelly Smith
David James
Emile Heskey
Mark Wright (former England footballer)
Management
Sven-Goran Eriksson (manager)
Micah Richards
David Seaman
Who is in the World XI for Soccer Aid?
Usain Bolt
Tom Grennan
Roman Kemp
Kem Cetinay
Ore Oduba
Roberto Carlos
Nigel de Jong
Patrice Evra
Rivaldo
Management
Harry Redknapp (manager)

When is Soccer Aid 2021 and how can I watch it?

Soccer Aid 2021 will be held on Saturday, September 4.
Kick-off is at 7.30pm.
It will be broadcast on ITV1 with Alex Scott presenting alongside Dermot O’Leary.
To stream it live, head to the ITV Hub. More

SOCCER AID is back!Stars from the world of celebrity and sport – such as Usain Bolt and Olly Murs – do battle on the pitch as England aim to bounce back after losing to the Rest Of The World XI in 2020.
Rest Of The World won last year after a thrilling penalty shoot-out
Soccer Aid has raised over £47million for Unicef since its inception in 2006 with a record-breaking £9.3m raised in 2020 alone.
When is Soccer Aid 2021?

Soccer Aid 2021 takes place on Saturday, September 4 – the first time it will be played on a Saturday.
Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium – with fans in attendance – plays host.
The match will kick off at 7.30pm BST.

Olly Murs will again be donning the Three Lions shirt
What TV channel and live stream is Soccer Aid 2021 on?

Who is playing in Soccer Aid 2021?
A STELLAR cast awaits this year as Soccer Aid returns in front of fans in Manchester.
Wayne Rooney will be coming out of retirement to play for England. Rooney was the Three Lions manager in 2020.
Usain Bolt, Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have also signed-up to play in the big one.
Kelly Smith, Roberto Carlos, Patrice Evra, David James, Ashley Cole, Emile Heskey and Jamie Redknapp have also been confirmed to play.
And in the latest announcement, Rivaldo will join the Rest of the World XI.

Harry Redknapp returns as Manager of the Soccer Aid World XI FC, while Micah Richards joins the England coaching team with David Seaman as goalkeeping coach.
On the celeb front, James Arthur, Tom Grennan, Olly Murs, Mark Wright, Paddy McGuinness, Ore Oduba, Kem Cetinay, Liv Cooke, Roman Kemp and Chunkz will all be running out on the pitch.
Chunkz will be able to make amends for his penalty miss this yearCredit: Getty Images – Getty
How can I get tickets to Soccer Aid 2021?

Last year’s Soccer Aid was played behind closed doors…
But not this year!
Get your tickets HERE

What have they said?
The 2020 England manager, Rooney, is coming out of retirement to play in the match.
Rooney, 35, said: “Pulling on an England shirt is always special, so I’m absolutely delighted to be doing that again in Soccer Aid for UNICEF this September.

“Managing the England team last year was great but being around the players made me want to lace up the boots again – now I’ve got that chance, one last time.”
Micah Richards, who will be on Rooney’s coaching staff, said: “Usain Bolt running at Gary Neville? Rooney out of retirement? Me making my coaching debut. What more do you want?! This is going to be so good!
“I can’t wait to see all the lads run out at The Etihad for such a great cause. The line-up is looking really strong and let me tell you – there are even more surprises to come!”
Wayne Rooney to make return at Soccer Aid with England legend to be joined by Usain Bolt, Scholes and Neville at Etihad More