cannot wait to get stuck into managing the England side in.
As a devoted Manchester United fan, he’s especially made up with the annual event being held at, the Old Trafford stadium.
It’s been announced the 29-year-old Vossi Bop hitmaker will be joined by former boss , women boss Emma Hayes, and Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure to form the management team.
Held on 11 June 2023, the event – which raises money for Unicef – will see the World XI FC team, captained by Usain Bolt, take on Stormzy’s formidable squad comprised of the likes of , former footballer and captain for the team Jill Scott, TV presenter Paddy McGuinness, singer Tom Grennan, singer Liam Payne, and former footballer turned pundit Gary Neville.
Meanwhile, the opposing World XI team includes familiar faces like boxer and Love Island star Tommy Fury, comedian Lee Mack, TV presenter Mo Gilligan, and reality TV star Kem Cetinay.
Martin Compston and Robbie Keane are both part of the World XI management team, with more names to be confirmed on both sides of the field in due course.
Speaking about the event, Stormzy said: ‘I’m a massive football fan, so getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to manage England is a dream come true.
‘The fact it’s at Old Trafford, and I’m a Manchester United fan, makes it extra special.
‘Growing up, I have such good memories of watching Soccer Aid and all the star names who have taken part over the years. It’s a great family occasion, so come along and support us on Sunday June 11.
‘I like to explore opportunities outside of music and when this one came across my desk I was delighted. This is an opportunity to show the world my football mind!
‘I’m taking this really seriously. I don’t want the players saying they loved my last album – seriously, it’s just about winning the game for me. I’ll put the fire in them. They need to call me ‘boss’ or ‘gaffer’, though – not Mike!”
The grime star added: ‘If I could pick any player to play for me it would be Wayne Rooney, all day long – it would be an honour to manage him.
‘My other footballing heroes growing up were Ruud van Nistelrooy and Paul Scholes – but I would have played like Rio Ferdinand had I ever turned pro!
‘I’ve got a really good coaching team with me and if we’re struggling with 10 minutes to go I’ll call my mate Jose!”
We can’t wait for this.
