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The Sidemen Charity Match 2025 was nothing short of a spectacle. Hosted at Wembley Stadium—one of the most iconic football arenas in the world—this year's event shattered records, drawing 90,000 fans in person and millions more online.
This was the sixth edition of the Sidemen Charity Match and the first to be held at Wembley. The anticipation was sky-high, with tickets selling out in under three hours and over 250,000 fans trying to secure a spot. Those who missed out watched the YouTube live stream, which pulled in more than 14 million views by the afternoon.
Beyond the fun and competition, the event had a greater purpose: charity. This year, the match raised an incredible £4.73 million (around $6.1 million USD), nearly doubling the previous record set in 2023. But before we dive into the donations and impact, let’s look at the action-packed match that had fans on the edge of their seats.
Wembley Packed to the Brim for an Unforgettable Showdown
With 90,000 fans roaring from the stands, Wembley Stadium was buzzing with excitement as two teams of YouTube’s biggest stars took the field. On one side, we had Sidemen FC, featuring the seven founding members of the Sidemen—KSI, Miniminter, Zerkaa, TBJZL, Behzinga, Vikkstar123, and W2S—along with guest players like Logan Paul, Mark Rober, Joe Weller, and xQc.
Facing them were the YouTube Allstars, led by team captain Darren "iShowSpeed" Watkins and featuring stars like MrBeast, Kai Cenat, Chunkz, Niko Omilana, ChrisMD, and Theo Baker.
The energy in the stadium was electric, and with a record-breaking crowd in attendance, the stage was set for an unforgettable match.
The match exploded into action early on, with Joe Weller scoring the opening goal for the YouTube Allstars. What followed was a goal-fest, with both teams exchanging strikes at an astonishing pace. By halftime, the scoreboard read 4-4, setting the stage for a tense second half.
As the match resumed, the goal rush continued, with both sides fighting relentlessly. The players may not have been professionals, but the passion, energy, and drama rivaled any major football final. With nine goals each, the match ended in a 9-9 draw, pushing it to a penalty shootout.
The shootout was intense. In the decisive moment, iShowSpeed stepped up and converted the winning penalty, securing a 5-4 shootout victory for the YouTube Allstars. Goalkeeper Kylie "Sketch" Cox became the hero, making a crucial save that sealed the win. His performance earned him the title of Player of the Match.
Sidemen Charity Match 2025 Raised Over £4.73 Million!
While the match was filled with entertainment, the biggest win of the night was for charity. This year, the event raised a record-breaking £4.73 million, nearly doubling the 2023 total.
The funds were distributed among several charities:
- 43% went to Bright Side, the Sidemen’s charity supporting youth and sports-focused nonprofits.
- 50% was donated to BBC Children in Need, aiding underprivileged children.
- 7% was allocated to M7 Education, Simon "Miniminter" Minter’s initiative funding educational trips for students.
This overwhelming success showed that the Sidemen Charity Match is not just about football—it’s about making a difference.
Unforgettable Moments: From Wrestling Moves to Torn Yellow Cards
The Sidemen Charity Match is never short on entertainment, and this year’s edition had plenty of viral moments:
- Logan Paul went full WWE, celebrating a goal with a suplex on his own teammate!
- Max Fosh tore up a yellow card in protest—something you’d never see in a real football match.
- KSI gave fans a halftime performance, rapping one of his songs right on the pitch.
- Sketch and iShowSpeed shared an emotional celebration, lifting the trophy together in front of the ecstatic crowd.
These moments made the event more than just a game—it was an entertainment spectacle that had fans laughing, cheering, and celebrating throughout.
The Sidemen Charity Match 2025 proved yet again why it is one of the biggest annual events in internet culture. With a sold-out Wembley crowd, 14 million+ online viewers, and millions raised for charity, it was a night to remember.
From the goal-packed match to the hilarious and unforgettable moments, this year’s event set a new benchmark for what influencer-led charity events can achieve.
With each passing year, the Sidemen continue to redefine entertainment and philanthropy, proving that YouTubers aren’t just content creators—they’re global icons making a real difference.
With this year’s record-breaking success, fans are already wondering: Where will the Sidemen Charity Match 2026 take place? Will it be another sellout at Wembley? Or will they take it international?
One thing’s for sure—the Sidemen will keep raising the bar and delivering bigger and better events every year.
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