Social media sensation Angryginge has expressed his immense delight at being invited back to Soccer Aid for a second consecutive year, describing the experience as a “pinch-me moment”.
The annual charity football match, set to take place on May 31 at the London Stadium, will once again bring together a host of celebrity and footballing stars. They will compete as either England or a World XI team, all in aid of Unicef.
Speaking to the Press Association about the upcoming fixture, Angryginge, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle, stated: “I’m over the moon to be invited back and very excited. Last year, I enjoyed it a lot.” The 24-year-old, who was crowned man of the match at a previous Soccer Aid event, called that achievement a “highlight”, adding: “I’m looking to hopefully do the same again.”
A lifelong supporter of Premier League giants Manchester United, the Salford-born star recalled last year’s event, held at Old Trafford. Burtwistle reflected: “The best moment was probably the Old Trafford stadium chanting my name. I don’t think anything will ever top that, in my opinion.” He further added: “To play football in front of a crowd, never mind with so many icons and celebrities and stuff like that – it’s always a pinch-me moment.”
Burtwistle emphasised the charitable purpose of Soccer Aid, calling it a “good experience to be part of”. He explained: “The main aim is to raise as much money for charity, and I think the best way to do that is by putting on an entertaining game for the crowd and for the people watching at home. And that’s what I’ll try and do every time.”
The content creator also shared his excitement about reuniting with former Manchester United footballer Wayne Rooney at the upcoming Soccer Aid.
Both are part of the England team for the upcoming event, alongside figures such as presenter Paddy McGuinness, whom Burtwistle described as an “absolute laugh” from their previous collaboration.
Burtwistle’s profile soared after his victory in the latest series of ITV’s popular reality show, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, where he was crowned King Of The Jungle. Discussing his increased recognition, he said: “I try not to change anything, because I don’t really want to. All that happens is I get recognised a bit more in public, so I maybe put a hat on or something like that – but apart from that, I just crack on.”
He expressed profound gratitude for his fanbase, hailing them as “absolutely amazing” and their support as “unbelievable – no matter what I do. I will never, ever be not grateful for that.”
Soccer Aid for Unicef is scheduled for May 31 at the London Stadium. Tickets are available from £20 for adults and £10 for juniors, with further details accessible at socceraid.org.uk.
