Adolescence star set to make history at this year’s Soccer Aid | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCarla FericTuesday 03 March 2026 01:47 GMTOwen Cooper references Liverpool during Golden Globes acceptance speechOwen Cooper, the 16-year-old star of Netflix's Adolescence, is set to become the youngest player ever to participate in Soccer Aid, joining the England squad.The charity football event will take place at the London Stadium on 31 May, aiming to raise vital funds for Unicef.Cooper will be joined by new celebrity players including Damson Idris and Joe Marler, alongside returning figures such as Jill Scott, Olly Murs and Usain Bolt for the World XI FC.Co-founder Robbie Williams will join the England management team for the event, which marks its 20th anniversary, with England having six wins to the World XI's eight.England will wear a replica of their 1966 World Cup-winning kit, and the match will be broadcast live on ITV1, STV, and ITVX.In fullAdolescence star, 16, to become youngest ever Soccer Aid player as celebrity participants are confirmedThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in