An Enormous Charity Football Match Will Kick Off At ... - Secret London
The 2026 Sidemen Charity Match will see some of the biggest names from YouTube and beyond competing alongside the Sidemen.
secretldn.comHere’s the latest on the Sidemen Charity Match in 2026.
- Event status: The 2026 Sidemen Charity Match took place at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The YouTube Allstars defeated Sidemen FC on penalties after a dramatic 10-10 draw, securing the trophy for the second year running.[4][5]
- Attendance and viewing: Approximately 90,000 fans attended in person, with millions more watching the live stream on YouTube, continuing the event’s tradition as one of the largest creator-led fundraisers.[5][4]
- Charitable impact: The match raised a substantial amount for charity, with reported totals around £6.2 million from the 2026 event, contributing to multi-year fundraising efforts by the Sidemen Charity Match series.[5]
- Lineup notes: This edition featured a refreshed lineup with some regulars from both Sidemen FC and the YouTube Allstars, while notable absences included Logan Paul and iShowSpeed due to other commitments; the event still emphasized competition and entertainment for a wide audience.[2][4]
- How to watch: The game was available for free via the Sidemen YouTube channel live stream, consistent with previous years’ approach to maximize accessibility and charitable support.[2][4]
Illustration: If you’d like, I can generate a quick chart summarizing attendance, live viewership, and funds raised across the last few years to visualize growth.
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- Details on the 2026 final and penalties:[5]
- Attendance and streaming format:[4][5]
- Fundraising total and charity focus:[5]
- Lineup notes and absence specifics:[2][4]