Charity ‘Battle of the Balls’ match to take place at Millwall FC on Remembrance Day
A charity football match is set to take place at The Den, home of Millwall FC on Remembrance Day, which will see sports stars and celebrities take to the pitch.
Former professional footballer and TV personality John Fashanu is a recent signing for the event on November 11, which aims to raise awareness for Rugby for Heroes and Sports Traider.
Mr Fashnau joins the World of Football team members, which includes former professional footballer Marlon Harewood, along with singer and TV personality Jake Quickenden, The Only Way is Essex’s Dan Osborne, who came third in 2018’s Celebrity Big Brother, and Jordan Davies from Ibiza Weekender.
The team will be managed by former Millwall manager, Mick McCarthy.
The World of Rugby team, which will be managed by Harry Redknapp, sees a line-up including ex-rugby professionals Jordan Crane, Shane Williams, YouTube star Likkleman and sports TV presenter Ibrahim Khadra.
Rugby For Heroes works within the rugby community to raise funds and awareness for military personnel who are making the transition to civilian life.
“We are all really looking forward to supporting this game, as the rugby boys are more excited at playing football than they are rugby legends games,” said Rugby for Heroes Patron and Rugby international, Mike Tindall MBE, world cup winner.
Journalist and TV Presenter Nick Knowles, who is also a Rugby for Heroes Patron, added: “Once again Rugby for Heroes are putting on a great spectacle of a sporting event where you can see some of your heroes from Rugby and Football in action and at the same time raise some money to support veterans who have served their country – it’s a win-win unless you’re playing for one side or the other.”
How to get involved?
Come along for the journey and watch the legendary World of Rugby v World of Football and Celebrity guests take on the Battle of the Ball.
Enter our competition to win a chance to play in this epic football game on 11th November at the infamous Millwall FC Stadium with our sporting celebrity all-stars. Visit https://uwin.co.uk/product/
Visitors to the event also have the opportunity to book a pre-match dinner where Harry Redknapp and Mick McCarthy will take part in a Q&A session.
Full team news and details can be found on the Battle of the Balls website along with ticket information at battleoftheballs.co.uk
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