The Independent
·15 giugno 2025
Soccer Aid 2025 live: England vs World XI result as Carlos Tevez scores four and Big Zuu nets winner

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·15 giugno 2025
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Big Zuu scored a dramatic winner after Carlos Tevez grabbed four goals of his own as the World XI came from behind to beat England 5-4 to regain the Soccer Aid crown at Old Trafford.
Wayne Rooney marked his return to Old Trafford by giving England the lead inside five minutes and Toni Duggan doubled their lead shortly before half time with a composed finish from the former Lionesses.
Jermain Defoe added to England’s advantage after the break, and then scored England’s fourth to become the top scorer in Soccer Aid history. But Tevez, who famously moved from Manchester United to Manchester City and enjoyed playing the pantomime villain at Old Trafford, rattled off four goals in quick succession to level.
And with the match heading to penalties, YouTube star and TV presenter Big Zuu found the corner of the goal with a low shot past Paddy McGuinness to complete the comeback for the World XI. The annual match for children’s charity UNICEF raised over £15m.
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World XI get their hands back on the Soccer Aid trophy - for the sixth time in seven years. They now lead the head-to-head 8-6 heading into what is the 15th Soccer Aid in 2026.
2025: World XI 5-4 England
2024: England 6-3 World XI
2023: World XI 4-2 England
2022: World XI 2-2 England (World XI won on penalties)
2021: World XI 3-0 England
2020: World XI 1-1 England (World XI won on penalties)
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Jamie Braidwood16 June 2025 03:15
England 4-5 World XI (Big Zuu)
Just look at his face!
Jamie Braidwood16 June 2025 02:15
England 4-3 World XI (Carlos Tevez)
After Jermain Defoe scored twice, Carlos Tevez completed his hat-trick by scoring from a free-kick, bending his shot around the wall and beating Paddy McGuinness on the goalkeeper’s side.
Jamie Braidwood16 June 2025 01:15
England 2-0 World XI (Toni Duggan)
The second England goal was also scored by an Evertonian, as former Lioness Toni Duggan joined Wayne Rooney on the scoresheet with a super finish past Edwin van der Sar.
Jamie Braidwood16 June 2025 00:15
England 1-0 World XI (Wayne Rooney)
A gift from the World XI defence but a moment of pure joy for Wayne Rooney as he scored on his return to Old Trafford. The former Manchester United striker was mobbed in hugs from his England team-mates.
Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 23:15
What a night for former Manchester City and Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez, who clearly enjoyed being back at Old Trafford and soaked up the boos that greeted his every touch.
He responded by scoring four goals, pointing to his ear and touching the name on the back of his shirt. Did Tevez realise this was a charity match? I’m not sure but it was great to watch. Soccer Aid heritage.
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Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 22:40
Robbie Williams announces that this year’s Soccer Aid for UNICEF match raised an incredible £15,280,163.
Soccer Aid was played to raise funds for UNICEF - with the goal of providing support for children around the world and contributing towards health care, clean water and vaccination projects.
Every donation up to £5m was doubled thanks to the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation.
Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 22:25
As match-winner Big Zuu raises the Soccer Aid trophy, the World XI have now won five of the last six matches against England since 2018.
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Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 22:10
A remarkable match from Angry Ginge, who set up Jermain Defoe’s first, cleared David Trezeguet’s shot off the line, made a handful of big blocks and clearances, and almost started a fight with Carlos Tevez.
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Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 21:56
I don’t think there could have been a more popular scorer than Big Zuu.
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Jamie Braidwood15 June 2025 21:53