Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 15, 2025 · Entertainment

Red Carpet Glam Meets Football: Hollywood Stars Shine at Soccer Aid!

Soccer Aid is kicking off tonight at Manchester's Old Trafford - and all the stars have come together to support including Coleen Rooney and her son

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The highly-anticipated Soccer Aid match at Old Trafford is just hours away, and the drama is already unfolding! The A-listers have descended upon Manchester, with Coleen Rooney, Julia Roberts, Alex Scott, Robbie Williams, and Zara McDermott's ex Sam Thompson all making a splash on the red carpet.

Coleen, 39, looked stunning as she stepped out with one of her four adorable sons in tow. The glamorous mum-of-four paired high-waisted jeans with a chic white knit jumper and tailored cream blazer, completing the look with stiletto heels and a sparkling Chanel handbag. Her little boy, on the other hand, was more concerned with his football shirt supporting Unicef - who can blame him?

But it's not all fun and games for Coleen and hubby Wayne Rooney, whose presence at the event has sparked rumors of a possible reunion between the former WAGs. Insiders claim that Coleen and Wayne are "putting on a united front" despite their tumultuous past.

Meanwhile, Alex Scott, 40, looked absolutely stunning in her dark burgundy leather two-piece - complete with subtle Soccer Aid branding for added flair. The TV presenter added a pair of heels to her outfit, channeling her inner glamazon as she took the stage with a microphone in hand.

Julia Roberts, 57, was spotted rocking a bold red blazer featuring a snazzy football print, while Robbie Williams, 51, turned heads in his stylish bright blue Adidas jacket. The singer-songwriter has a history with Soccer Aid, having played for the charity match several times before.

But it's not just about the soccer - romance is also in the air! Sources close to Zara McDermott and her ex Sam Thompson have revealed that the pair held a "peace dinner" at Champneys in Tring, Herts, ahead of the big game. Insiders claim that Louis Tomlinson was also in attendance, and that the dinner was a bid to ease any tensions between the former lovebirds.

A source spilled: "There is no beef between Sam and Louis, but they both want to ensure their personal lives don't distract from such a big charity spectacle. They're fully aware of the scrutiny they'll face on social media, so they've taken steps to put the past behind them."

And what about the rumored romance between Alex Scott and Dermot O'Leary? Insiders claim that the two have been "growing closer" over the past few weeks, but neither has confirmed or denied the speculation.

As the A-listers take to the pitch for a night of charity soccer, TheScholarlyNote.com is live on the scene - bringing you all the drama, gossip, and excitement from Old Trafford. Stay tuned for updates throughout the evening!

The Lineup

  • Coleen Rooney and Wayne Rooney
  • Julia Roberts
  • Alex Scott
  • Robbie Williams
  • Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson (and rumored romance with Zara McDermott?)
  • Dermot O'Leary

What's at Stake?

  • The Soccer Aid charity match is a annual event that raises money for UNICEF, with this year's match featuring an all-star lineup of celebrities playing for the Rest of the World and England teams.
  • The match is expected to raise over £1 million for the charity.

Stay tuned for more updates from Old Trafford, only on TheScholarlyNote.com!