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Sam Thompson Withdraws From Soccer Aid to Join England Coaching Staff

Ruled out by a torn calf sustained during his five-day UNICEF challenge, he will coach England at Soccer Aid.

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Overview

  • Thompson completed a 260-mile run and cycle challenge for UNICEF, raising over £1.5 million before his injury.
  • He suffered a torn calf during the final leg of the Match Ball Mission and confirmed on ITV that he cannot play.
  • Thompson and Louis Tomlinson met for the first time at training and Thompson said there were no hard feelings between them.
  • The former Made in Chelsea star will now work alongside Wayne Rooney and Tyson Fury on England’s coaching team.
  • Soccer Aid returns on June 15 at Old Trafford as celebrities and ex-pros play to raise funds for UNICEF.