Hazard returns to Chelsea for Soccer Aid with Pochettino against Lampard

Soccer Aid for UNICEF, the famous football charity, is gearing up for a thrilling match at Stamford Bridge on Sunday 6 June, just five days before the start of Euro 2024. In a continuing tradition, England will take on the world’s top soccer charity, Soccer Aid for UNICEF.

Among the celebrities taking part in the event are familiar faces and exciting newcomers, including two acclaimed legends Cheap Chelsea Soccer Jerseys, that are about to make it on home soil.

Leading the English side is none other than former Chelsea midfield champion and two-time Blues manager Frank Lampard. Alongside him on the bench will be his uncle and iconic manager Harry Redknapp, the team’s co-founder and music sensation Robbie Williams. Expressing his enthusiasm for the occasion, Lampard remarked: “Playing in front of a sell-out crowd at Stamford Bridge is special – for any player and any occasion. I’m thrilled to be able to do it again – this time in football aid for UNICEF.”

Stealing the attention of the Chelsea faithful, however, will be the long-awaited return of recently retired Blues legend Eden Hazard. After a five-year hiatus, Hazard will once again appear on the Stamford Bridge pitch, this time in the colours of the world number eleven. In a heartfelt message to the faithful Chelsea Women’s Soccer Jerseys Hazard recalled: “My Chelsea family – I’m coming home on Sunday 9 June! I can’t wait to see you all again. Playing at Stamford Bridge has always been amazing. We won so many trophies there together. They are some of the best memories I have in football – seven great years. I miss them.”

The opponent will be the world number 11 under the baton of current Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino, assisted by his trusted lieutenant Jesus Perez. Pochettino, who returns to lead the World XI for the second consecutive year, expressed his delight and said, “Football for UNICEF is a huge event – and I am delighted to be involved again. The 2023 match was a great experience to be a part of and I was delighted to accept the offer to return this year, especially as it will be held at Stamford Bridge and with Frank Lampard, the legendary Chelsea Kids Soccer Set, in the opposition jersey for England.”

With excitement and anticipation building to a fever pitch, Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2024 promises to be an unforgettable spectacle that will bring together football icons past and present in a noble cause. As Pochettino aptly puts it, “A sold-out Stamford Bridge creates an incredible atmosphere and we want the players who are part of Soccer Aid 2024 to enjoy the same feeling when they take the field on Sunday 9 June.” So put your calendars down, secure your tickets and get ready to be part of a momentous day dedicated to changing the lives of children around the world.