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The Irish Sun
13 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Soccer Aid World XI player ratings: Carlos Tevez and Big Zu steal the show but Ballon d'Or winner humbled by Angry Ginge
IT was the night Angry Ginge took on Rivaldo, and Manchester United fans had an even angrier whinge about old boy Carlos Tevez. Celebs mixed with footballing legends for sell-out Soccer Aid at 9 Carloz Tevez was the World X1's match-turning four-goal sub Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 9 Angry Ginge had a sensational all-round game in England's midfield Credit: AFP And despite all the big ex-Prem names - with stars like Here's our verdict on how EVER player fared as £15,280,163 was raised for Unicef . JOE HART (Goalkeeper) - 9 A quality performance from the Ex- LOUIS TOMLINSON (Defender) - 8 The most popular man in Old Trafford from start to finish, READ MORE IN FOOTBALL What makes Louis beautiful as a footballer is that he didn't let the occasion get the better of him, he perfected the Little Things , being Ready to Run down the right and link up with his teammates, he was Strong on the ball and tenacious off of it. He'll no doubt be Up All Night dreaming of that almost Perfect performance with his footballing career only heading in One Direction , up. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK ANGRY GINGE - 10 An insane Micky Van de Ven-like block saved his side early in the first half in what was a sensational performance from the Manchester-born and bred lad. Most read in Football Another fan favourite here, and rightly so, slide tackles galore, almost always perfectly timed and comfortable on the ball too. Westlife star Nicky Byrne makes incredible Soccer Aid double save.. His aerial dominance allowed him to pick up an assist on his home turf from a corner, which Jermain Defoe smashed into the roof of the net to make it 3-0. Class act. GARY NEVILLE (Defender) - 9 Solid at the back as he was for his many years playing here in his career. No nonsense, calm and composed on the ball and showed all of his class and experience in the first half in what was a classy performance from the right-back turned centre-back. If 'no one wants to grow up to be a Gary Neville' after that showing, I'd urge them to re-watch his Soccer Aid 2025 highlight reel. Unfortunately for him, he was marginally outshone by Angry Ginge next to him. TOM GRENNAN (Defender/Midfielder) - 8 After a masterclass performance at Stamford Bridge last year, Tom Grennan proved that he is up there with the Best a Man Can Get. Came very close to scoring a thunderbolt from left-back, and put in some crunching tackles in a solid defensive performance for his side. With the curls in his hair it was a performance reminiscent of Marc Cucurella at Chelsea this season before he moved into an advanced midfielder position in the second half. ALEX BROOKER (Defender) - 6 By all means, solid at the back on the left side of the pitch for his country. JACK WILSHERE (Midfielder) - 9 A maestro in the middle, this is a guy who ran the show against prime Iniesta and Xavi when he was 19-years-old and didn't look like he'd aged a bit out there. A great touch, silky feet and the same eye for a pass he always had. 9 Jack Wilshere saw counterpart Noah Beck give as good as he got Credit: Getty 9 Jill Scott was also excellent in the England midfield Credit: PA JILL SCOTT (Midfielder) - 8 Looked a class above the midfielders for the World XI, with her distribution impeccable and showing great ability on the half-turn too. The MICHAEL CARRICK (Midfielder) - 6 A solid showing in midfield for England, but was outshone by the brilliance of Jill Scott and Jack Wilshere alongside him. Did what was required of him, always moving the ball on quickly and acting as something as a metronome for his side. BELLA RAMSEY (Winger) - 5 A fairly quiet showing from the left-sided attacker. Amazing in Game of Thrones though, so who's the real winner? Not me... JAMES NELSON-JOYCE (Winger) - 5 Didn't particularly stand out. WAYNE ROONEY (Striker) - 9 It was only right that he opened the scoring with a neat finish into the bottom left corner, which became the fastest goal in Soccer Aid history, much to the delight of the Old Trafford crowd. 9 Wayne Rooney made history with his early opener Credit: Reuters SUBS TONI DUGGAN (Striker) - 9 A superb finish into the bottom left corner in the first half doubled her side's lead with expert timing right before the whistle blew to signal the end of the opening 45. DENISE LEWIS (Winger) - 5 A hard-working showing from the former athlete who looked every bit as fit as she did in her athletic peak. MO FARAH (Defender) - 6 Only spent a short time on the pitch this year, but was dependable when he was on. AARON LENNON (Winger) - 9 Unplayable. His link-up with Jermain Defoe would have put a smile on the face of any Spurs fan, with his electric pace and quick feet proving impossible for even Billy Wingrove to keep up with. One of England's best players on the night. JERMAIN DEFOE (Striker) - 9 A striker's finish followed an expert header from Angry Ginger following a corner after he'd seen his effort saved minutes earlier. Scored again in the second half, combining brilliantly with Aaron Lennon to become the top goalscorer in Soccer Aid history as he went goal for goal with Carlos Tevez in a thrilling second 45. STEVEN BARTLETT (Winger) - 5 After starring last year at Stamford Bridge and getting the MOTM award, it was a quieter night for the Huel-fuelled England winger. Not bad by any means on the left but was looked after for the most part by Nemanja Vidic and John O'Shea. PHIL JAGIELKA (Defender) - 4 Not a bad showing, but he was unfortunate to come on at the same time as Carlos Tevez, who was quite frankly too hot to handle for any England defender. PADDY MCGUINNESS (Goalkeeper) - 1 After such a solid showing from Joe Hart it unfortunately fell on the shoulders of Paddy McGuinness to follow that up. A good effort from the lad and it feels harsh to rate someone so low, but with five goals conceded and failing to stop Big Zuu's winner it's hard to rate him higher. 9 Paddy McGuinness at least held on here as Robbie Keane looked on Credit: Getty STEPH HOUGHTON (Defender) - 5 A quiet but solid showing from the England and Man City legend. SAM QUEK (Midfielder) - 5 Came close to scoring in the second half shortly after coming on, but was unable to do so and couldn't really impact the game much other than that. ROMAN KEMP (Defender) - 5 Formed a good partnership with Angry Ginge on the right side of the England defence. SAM THOMPSON (Midfielder) - 7 Came on with just a few minutes to go to a huge applause after pulling out of the game with injury. Didn't get the fairytale ending to his story he perhaps deserved after his mammoth cycle from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford, but gets a seven based on his huge fundraising effort and coming onto the pitch to try and help his team in the dying moments. He'll surely be back next year for revenge. WORLD XI EDWIN VAN DER SAR (Goalkeeper) - 4 Failed to claim a deep cross that was whipped into the box in the first half, allowing Wayne Rooney to open the scoring and was then unable to stop Toni Duggan's great finish into the same corner. Swapped at half-time as the Soccer Aid goalkeepers always are, which made the World XI appreciate how lucky they were to have him in goal in the first half. TONY BELLEW (Defender) - 5 Replaced within six minutes due to injury by Gorka Marquez, hobbled off the pitch and down the Old Trafford tunnel to great applause. Soldier. NEMANJA VIDIC (Defender) - 9 Solid at the back for his side as he was for so many years at Old Trafford, that said, Richard Gadd was no Rio Ferdinand next to him. Looked good at the back and solid on the ball too when needing to progress it forward, throwing it back to the good old days with a crunching tackle on Steven Bartlett - any market rivals of Huel would've loved that. 9 Majestic World XI centre-back Nemanja Vidic successfully got to grips with former Man Utd team-mate Rooney and Co Credit: Shutterstock Editorial RICHARD GADD (Defender) - 4 As the star of Baby Reindeer you'd think he's used to checking his shoulder for someone who might be following him, but that wasn't the case as Toni Duggan ghosted past him to slot home England's second goal. JOHN O'SHEA (Defender) - 6 Was solid on the right-hand side of defence for his team, and did a job on Steven Bartlett who was man of the match for England at Stamford Bridge last year. HARRY KEWELL (Defender) - 4 Came off early in the first half in what was a shy performance from the Aussie great. KHEIRA HAMRAOUI (Midfielder) - 3 A quiet showing from the midfielder who was kept quiet by Jill Scott. DERMOT KENNEDY (Defender) - 8 Gets bonus points for a simply incredible half-time performance that brought large parts of the Old Trafford crowd to tears - not for the first time this season. His on-pitch performance wasn't half bad either, with some great touches and strong tackles throughout. DIAMOND (Winger) - 2 Had a job done on her by the impermeable England defence, the gladiator was crunched early on by Tom Grennan and never looked the same after that. It was, unfortunately, her poor touch that allowed Wayne Rooney to open the scoring. RIVALDO (Midfield/Attack) - 3 The Brazilian legend - and former Ballon d'Or winner - once shared a dressing room with R9 Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, taking on the likes of Paolo Maldini in his heyday, but now getting the better of Angry Ginge seemed a step too far. Showed some silky touches and good passes at times, but was ultimately disappointing for a man who had so much quality in his prime. 9 Rivaldo fended off Toni Duggan here but often struggled Credit: Shutterstock Editorial DAVID TREZEGUET (Striker) - 3 A quiet evening from the French striker, didn't create anything and the impact of Carlos Tevez highlighted that more than anything. SUBS MAISIE ADAM (Midfielder) - 5 A quiet showing from the comedian. NOAH BECK (Midfielder) - 9 Taught most of the old folks out there a lesson with incredible feet and a great touch, looking like a natural on the Old Trafford turf. It's hard to watch him as a man and not pale in insignificance, as he does have it all, from the looks to the footballing ability. Forced Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville into tactical fouls on the influential midfielder, in an expert showing from start to finish, where he was all over the pitch. Nicky Byrne (Goalkeeper) - 8 After his introduction at half-time, he had a chaotic start to the match with two incredible stops to deny Jermaine Defoe and Steven Bartlett before avoiding a red card for saving the ball with his hands OUTSIDE the box - a very clever move knowing that he wouldn't be sent off. When it was all said and done, though, it was a solid performance from the replacement keeper, who managed to concede the same number of goals as Edwin Van der Sar, and may well have won the game for his side with a few of his crucial moments. Tobjizzle (Midfielder) - 6 Was unable to get the goal he would've liked at his beloved Old Trafford, but a handful for the England defence after coming on and shows flashes of the flair and skill we know he's got in his locker. Bryan Habana (Winger) - 4 The South-African rugby star didn't make much of an impact. BILLY WINGROVE (Defender) - 3 Was given a torrid time by Aaron Lennon as he played left-back for the World XI. Has bags of skill and ability and perhaps would've been better off placed in attack for his side. CARLOS TEVEZ (Striker) - 10 Wow. This guy is a joke. Carlos Tevez and his bulldog-like approach have still got it. The man who became an enemy on this turf by moving from United to City lit up Old Trafford with a stunning performance after coming on at half-time, scoring twice early in the second half to drag his side back in the game before completing his hat-trick with a free-kick past Paddy McGuinness. His second and fourth goals in particular were works of art, ducking and diving through multiple England players before finishing with aplomb, and putting Angry Ginge in a blender for the fourth. A joy to watch. 9 Tevez cupped his ear at a ground where he's notorious Credit: Shutterstock Editorial BIG ZUU (Midfielder) - 10 Forget 'Siuuuu' it's all about 'ZUUUUUUUUU' from now on. Big Zuu picked up where Carlos Tevez left off, proving that this guy really can do anything. Bagged the winning goal with a left-footed strike at the near post that sent the crowd into raptures as he then performed his now signature celebration, sorry CR7. ROBBIE KEANE (Striker) - 7 Was mistakenly introduced to the Old Trafford crowd as the beloved Roy Keane, but was instrumental in his side's second-half remontada, showing a great link-up with Carlos Tevez. LEONARDO BONUCCI (Defender) - 4 Not a popular man on English soil after scoring the goal that cancelled out Luke Shaw's opener in the Euro's final, and played as if the pressure had got to him. The crowd had high hopes for the Italian legend, but would be beaten by Angry Ginge to a spot in the Soccer Aid best XI this year. KAELYN KYLE (Midfielder) - 5 The athletic midfielder showed flashes of good play with some nice passes and touches but was a victim of the quality of the England midfield. Soccer Aid 2025 Soccer Aid is on TONIGHT as legendary footballers and A-listers raise money for Unicef in one of the most exciting matches of the year! Here's everything you need to know for the big game... Soccer Aid 2025 LIVE - Follow all the action and reaction as it happens Info: All the info for Soccer Aid 2025 Who is playing this year? Why is Usain Bolt not playing this year? Latest news and features:
Daily Mail
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Fans heap praise on Angry Ginge's acrobatic goal-line clearance in Soccer Aid - and claim internet star is 'better' than Man United's defenders
Fans were left stunned after internet personality Angry Ginge produced a stunning goal-line clearance during Soccer Aid. The 23-year-old took to the pitch for England in the clash against World XI at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon, in the 14th edition of the event. The match featured legends of the game such as Wayne Rooney, Rivaldo and David Trezeguet - but it was the 23-year-old streamer who stole the show in the first-half. In the 20th minute of the match, Brazilian legend Rivaldo thought he'd levelled the score - following an opening goal from Rooney - after lifting the ball over Joe Hart. However, internet star 'Ginge' - real name Morgan Burtwhistle - came to the rescue as he dived across the goal and poked the ball away from goal. He immediately rose to his feet and pumped his fists in the air towards the crowd at Old Trafford. What a clearance from Angry Ginge… Vidic who? 😅🧱 Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2025, live on ITV from Old Trafford. — Mail Sport (@MailSport) June 15, 2025 It didn't take long for fans to laud the clearance from the Man United fan and some even suggested he was better than the defenders in the squad. One fan wrote: 'Honestly Angry Ginge is better than anyone else playing for a home team at Old Trafford lately, the sliding tackle earlier and that clearance. Fantastic stuff'.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brazil legend and World Cup winner steps in as last-minute addition to the Soccer Aid line-up
A Brazilian great has been called up to play in Sunday's Soccer Aid with just hours to go until kick-off. The 53-year-old, who is a World Cup winner, was announced as a member of the Rest of the World team on Saturday night. The announcement came less than 24 hours before the annual charity game is set to kick-off at Old Trafford. A clip was posted on social media which showed Rivaldo's name and famous No 10 being printed on a shirt. The shirt was then carried to the the Brazilian legend, the caption reading: 'Rivaldo is playing at Soccer Aid for Unicef.' Reacting to the news, singer Tom Grennan, who will be lining-up for England, said: 'Leave it out! Their team is a joke. But what a player. Barcelona legend.' Oh btw... RIVALDO IS PLAYING AT SOCCER AID FOR UNICEF 🇧🇷 #SoccerAid — Soccer Aid (@socceraid) June 14, 2025 Rivaldo was a key member of the Brazil team that won the World Cup in 2002 and claimed the Ballon d'Or in 1999. He also won two LaLiga titles with Barcelona before getting his hands on the Champions League with AC Milan.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Barcelona legend and Hollywood superstar join Soccer Aid as late additions
Soccer Aid's star-studded line-up has been boosted by two late additions as a Brazil legend joins the Rest of the World team and an acting superstar is added to England's management team. The ever-popular charity match is being played at Old Trafford, home of Manchester United, on Sunday evening. Huge names from the world of football are joined by a host of celebrities as they raise money for UNICEF. The line-up was impressive enough before a couple of late additions, starting on Saturday night with Brazil and Barcelona legend Rivaldo. Soccer Aid announced his addition on Saturday evening in nonchalant fashion, posting on X: 'Oh btw… RIVALDO IS PLAYING AT SOCCER AID FOR UNICEF.' Tom Grennan, who will be playing for England, was met with the news, saying: 'Rivaldo? Leave it out. Their team is a joke. What a player. Barcelona legend. Wow! We go again.' England have also brought in a late call-up, although while he is bringing in serious star power, he might not be so much help on the pitch. Acting royalty Tom Hiddleston has joined the likes of Tyson Fury, David James and player/coach Wayne Rooney on England's management team. The 44-year-old has been involved before, playing in the England team in 2023. More Trending The match kicks-off at 7.30pm on Sunday, live on ITV 1, with coverage getting underway at 6pm. Celebrities: Steven Bartlett Alex Brooker Morgan Burtwistle aka Angry Ginge Mo Farah Tom Grennan Bear Grylls Roman Kemp Denise Lewis Paddy McGuinness (GK) James Nelson-Joyce Sam Quek Bella Ramsey Louis Tomlinson Legends: Michael Carrick Jermain Defoe Toni Duggan Joe Hart (GK) Steph Houghton Phil Jagielka Aaron Lennon Gary Neville Paul Scholes Jill Scott (captain) Jack Wilshere Coaching staff: Tyson Fury David James Vicky McClure Harry Redknapp Wayne Rooney (Player/Coach) Sam Thompson Tom Hiddleston Celebrities: Maisie Adam Noah Beck Tony Bellew Tobi Brown aka TBJZL Nicky Byrne (GK) Asim Chaudhry Richard Gadd Bryan Habana Dermot Kennedy Lee Mack Gorka Márquez Livi Sheldon aka Diamond Billy Wingrove Big Zuu Legends: Leonardo Bonucci Kheira Hamraoui Harry Kewell Kaylyn Kyle Nadia Nadim John O'Shea Carlos Tevez David Trezeguet Edwin van der Sar (GK) Nemanja Vidić Rivaldo Coaching staff: Daniel Bachmann Martin Compston Robbie Keane Emmett J. Scanlan Peter Schmeichel After England dominated the early years of the contest, the World XI fought back to win five straight Soccer Aids from 2019 to 2023. As a result, the World XI currently lead the head-to-record with seven wins to six. England finally ending their losing run in 2024 with a remarkable 6-3 victory where Dragons Den star Steven Bartlett was named player of the match after bagging a brace. MORE: 'Nervous' Sam Thompson speaks out after quitting Soccer Aid over devastating injury MORE: British acting legend new frontrunner to play Voldemort after Harry Potter casting updates
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Soccer Aid 2025 announce late call-up for Brazil legend, 53, just hours before kick-off
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRAZIL legend Rivaldo has been announced as a stunning late addition to the Soccer Aid 2025 lineup. The 53-year-old legend, who last graced the pitch professionally back in 2015, is making a sensational return for the charity event. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Rivaldo has been announced as a late call-up for Soccer Aid 2025 2 Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney will also be involved Wearing the blue and black kit of the Rest of the World team, Rivaldo's return is one that adds to the growing importance of the game. Fans are already buzzing with excitement at the thought of seeing the Ballon d'Or winner back on the field. Brazilian Rivaldo, whose dazzling footwork and lethal finishing made him one of the greatest players of his generation, has kept a relatively low profile in the football world since his retirement. But now it seems the urge to play again - especially for a cause like Soccer Aid — has proved too strong to resist. One fan on X said: "I swear, if a similar announcement of Totti appears on here, last minute, I will lose my head. You've been warned." Then another one read simply: "This is so cool as a real legend will be playing. The stage is set for a thrilling evening, as Rivaldo prepares to line up alongside global superstars like Usain Bolt, David Beckham, and Michael Owen. With all eyes on the legendary striker, Soccer Aid 2025 is set to be one for the history books. England ended their SIX-YEAR wait for a win at Soccer Aid 2024 at Stamford Bridge which raised £15million. Let's just hope that Rivaldo's fitness holds up and he can help raise more the charity game. But the big question is, can he still deliver that signature Brazilian flair?
