Wembley Stadium prepares for a spectacle unlike any other this Saturday, as the Sidemen Charity Match returns, promising an afternoon of exhilarating football and a massive boost for charitable causes. The event, born from the popular Sidemen YouTube group in 2016, has already channeled over £8 million towards vital organizations.
This year’s match carries a unique twist. Familiar faces will be strategically positioned on opposing sides, as several Sidemen members – including KSI, Miniminter, and Behzinga – have defected to bolster the YouTube Allstars lineup. The shift in allegiance adds a compelling new dynamic to the already fiercely contested rivalry.
Last year’s encounter set an unbelievably high bar, culminating in a breathtaking 9-9 draw that defied expectations. The tension reached fever pitch as the YouTube Allstars ultimately clinched victory with a 5-4 triumph in a nail-biting penalty shootout. Fans are eager to see if this year’s game can surpass that level of drama.
The stadium will be packed, having sold all 90,000 tickets in a mere three hours, generating an impressive £4.7 million for Bright Side and M7 Education. This marks the second consecutive year Wembley has hosted the event, following previous matches at St Mary’s, The Valley, and the London Stadium.
The stakes are high, and the competition is fierce. The Sidemen FC, managed by Jack Joseph, will field a formidable team including Deji, Zerkaa, and Vikkstar123. They’ll face a powerful YouTube Allstars squad, led by Calfreezy, featuring the likes of Sketch, CarryMinati, and the newly transferred KSI.
Should the match end in a draw after 90 minutes, there will be no extra time. Instead, the outcome will be decided immediately by penalties, mirroring the dramatic finish of last year’s game – a first for the charity match series.
Historically, the Sidemen have held the upper hand, securing four victories compared to the Allstars’ two. Past results reveal high-scoring affairs: 7-2 in 2016, a 2-0 Allstars win in 2017, a dominant 7-1 Sidemen victory in 2018, and then successive Sidemen wins in 2022 (8-7) and 2023 (8-5) before last year’s penalty drama.
This Saturday isn’t just about football; it’s about a collective effort to make a significant impact. It’s a chance to witness a unique sporting event fueled by passion, camaraderie, and a commitment to supporting worthy causes.
The game kicks off at 3pm, and will be available to watch for free on the Sidemen YouTube channel, bringing the excitement directly to fans worldwide.
