The Sidemen Charity Match is officially set to return in 2026, the group has confirmed, sending fans into excitement after months of speculation.
The announcement was made during the latest Sidemen Sunday video, where the pioneering British YouTube collective revealed that the hugely popular football fundraiser will once again take place after the overwhelming success of this year’s event.
The 2025 Sidemen Charity Match, held in March at Wembley Stadium, saw Sidemen FC face off against the YouTube Allstars in front of a packed crowd. The match raised an incredible £4.7 million for charity, cementing its status as one of the biggest creator-led fundraising events in the world. You can read more about creator culture and digital entertainment on Verge Magazine’s Culture section.
A Global YouTube Phenomenon
With over 100 million subscribers collectively, 22 million subscribers on their main channel, and more than 6 billion views worldwide, The Sidemen — KSI, Miniminter (Simon), Zerkaa (Josh), TBJZL (Tobi), Behzinga (Ethan), Vikkstar123 (Vik) and W2S (Harry) — remain one of the most influential online groups on the planet.
The Sidemen Charity Match has become a must-watch event, giving fans the rare chance to see their favourite creators step away from screens and onto the pitch, all in the name of charity. The 2025 match featured a star-studded lineup including Angry Ginge, George Clarke, MrBeast, IShowSpeed, Logan Paul and Chunkz, drawing global attention across social media and mainstream press. For more trending digital news, visit Verge Magazine’s News hub.
What to Expect in 2026
While details around the 2026 match — including date, venue and player line-ups — are yet to be announced, the Sidemen have confirmed that more information will be revealed in the coming months. Given the scale and success of previous years, fans can expect another high-profile showdown with major creators, entertainers and surprise appearances.
Fans eager to stay ahead of announcements can sign up at sidemenfc.com to be the first to receive updates and ticket information.
As the Sidemen continue to blur the lines between online entertainment, sport and charity fundraising, the return of the Sidemen Charity Match in 2026 looks set to be one of the biggest digital events of the year.
