Match for Hope returns, uniting legendary athletes and global creators to harness the power of sport for good. Together, they raise vital funds to support out-of-school children through Education Above All.
30 January 2026
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30 January 2026
7:00 PM
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Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
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Open for all ages
*Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
A whole week of activities
This year, Match for Hope will expand into a week of activities, including sports competitions and a fan zone to meet your favourite creators and buy merchandise. Look out for the live podcast area with an exciting line-up of star names set to host their shows, plus a special half-time music performance on match day.
Epic football action for a good cause
In 2024, Match for Hope helped to raise funds for the Education Above All Foundation, dedicated to providing quality education for marginalised people in the developing world. The first event was a massive success – here are the highlights in numbers:
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$8.8 Million +
raised for charity
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+33,000
spectators
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22.5 million
live viewership
When Legends Meet Global Stars: A Night of Football History in Qatar
Football history comes alive in Qatar as legends take the pitch. Thierry Henry, Franck Ribéry, Eden Hazard, Diego Costa, Marcelo, Tim Cahill, Yasser Al-Qahtani, and Omar Abdulrahman lead a night of brilliance, passion, and unforgettable moments.
Captains Chunkz and Aboflah rally their teams alongside global stars like KSI and MrBeast, bringing energy, excitement, and viral moments to the game. From football royalty to international icons, this extraordinary match celebrates sport, culture, and unity — a historic night in Qatar.
Meet the Teams
Team Chunkz
Chunkz (Captain)
Mohamad Adnan
Atta Halilintar
Sharky
Eden Hazard
AJ Shabeel
Marlon
Anwar
Bilal Fadili
Lacy
Yasser Al-Qahtani
Zhong
Diego Costa
Eman SV2
Marcelo
Marc Rober
Luva De Pedreiro
Tobi Brown
Manny Brown
Angry Ginge
Team Aboflah
Aboflah (Captain)
Harry Pinero
Vuj
Ray
Omar Abdulrahman
Thierry Henry
OussiFoorty
Nsoo7y
Adam W
KSI
Ossy Marwah
Franck Ribéry
Talyo Kimura
Tareq
MrBeast
Tim Cahill
Danny Aarons
Tota
Billy Wingrove
Catch all the action at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium is a modern, world-class venue in Al Rayyan, celebrated for hosting major international football events.
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