Soccer Aid LIVE who is playing, early team news, how to watch information and kick-off time

England take on the World XI at Old Trafford in the annual Soccer Aid charity match for UNICEF this evening, kick-off 7.30pm.

England will be hoping to retain their Soccer Aid crown and secure their seventh title after beating the World XI 6-3 at Stamford Bridge last year.

A collection of former Manchester United stars will be on show for England this evening, including Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, Gary Neville and Michael Carrick. Rooney has accepted a player-manager role.

As far as the World XI is concerned, former United quartet Edwin van der Sar, Nemanja Vidic, John O'Shea and Carlos Tevez are among their options. Legendary United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel is their manager.

Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart and former City Women duo Jill Scott and Toni Duggan have also been included in the England squad.

Other big-name stars who are set to be on show include Leonardo Bonucci, Robbie Keane and Brazilian icon Rivaldo, who was a very late addition to the World XI squad.

You can follow LIVE updates of Soccer Aid 2025 from Old Trafford via the blog below...

This evening's Soccer Aid clash between England and the World XI will be screened live on ITV1 and ITVX.

Coverage will commence at 6pm ahead of kick-off at 7.30pm. The coverage will be presented by Dermot O'Leary and Alex Scott.

Following the encounter, coverage will conclude at 10pm.

Hello and welcome along to the Manchester Evening News' live coverage of Soccer Aid 2025 from Old Trafford.

The annual charity match in support of UNICEF takes place in M16 this evening and a selection of household names, including former footballers and celebrities, will grace the Old Trafford turf.

Kick-off is 7.30pm and we will bring you live updates throughout the