For many, the Sidemen Charity Match is one of the first games they look to in the football calendar. It is a match with a truly massive demand for tickets and raises a huge amount of money for charity whenever it is played.
For reference, its last instalment in 2023 saw a crowd of approximately 62,000 spectate live, which was around 8,000 more than that of Soccer Aid in 2022.
Here is everything you need to know about the Sidemen Charity Match 2025, including details on the events and how to get tickets for the game.
A guide to the Sidemen Charity Match 2025
February 2025 Sidemen Charity Match ticket update
Unfortunately, tickets for the event sold out within just a few hours, leaving many fans disappointed. Currently, there are no plans to release additional tickets, so it's unlikely that more will become available. However, there is a chance that some second-hand tickets may resurface on the market as the event date approaches; still, no official announcements have been made regarding this. It's important to note that most of these tickets won't be in people's hands until much closer to the event.
For those who were unable to secure a ticket, the best alternative is to watch the match online. The event will be available for viewing on YouTube, allowing fans to experience the excitement and atmosphere from the comfort of their homes. This way, even if you can't attend in person, you can still enjoy the action and cheer for your favourite team.
Who are the Sidemen?
The Sidemen are a group of YouTubers that have been producing content for around a decade, both as a group and as individuals.
For the more traditional football fan, it is quite possible that you have never heard of them before, but rest assured, with the official Sidemen YouTube channel boasting over 21 million subscribers, they are a huge attraction in the United Kingdom.
In total, the group has seven members, who are as follows:
- Ethan Payne aka Behzinga
- Simon Minter aka Miniminter
- Olajide Olatunji aka KSI
- Joshua Bradley aka Zerkaa
- Tobit Brown aka TBJZL
- Harry Lewis aka Wroetoshaw
- Vikram Barn aka Vikkstar123
What is the Sidemen Charity Match?
The Sidemen Charity Match is a highly anticipated event within the YouTube community, organized by the popular content group known as the Sidemen. This charity football match features each of the seven Sidemen members and includes a diverse lineup of well-known content creators and influencers from the platform. Together, they come to showcase their football skills while raising money for various charitable causes.
The match not only provides entertainment for fans but also promotes a sense of community and generosity, as proceeds from ticket sales and donations are directed to charities selected by the Sidemen. This annual event has grown significantly over the years, attracting large crowds and substantial online viewership, making it a highlight of the calendar for both fans and participants alike.
When is the Sidemen Charity Match 2025?
The Sidemen themselves have officially confirmed that the charity match will take place on Saturday, 8 March 2025, although the kick-off time is yet to be released.
Sidemen Charity Match to be hosted at Wembley
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Tickets Live: Monday 18th November 9AM
Where to buy tickets: https://t.co/4EAWFx3eDS
Match Day: 8th March 2025
Location: Wembley Stadium, LondonTickets starting from £12 pic.twitter.com/YhVqzR7uVz
— Sidemen (@Sidemen) November 10, 2024
As well as the official release of the date the match will take place, the group have also confirmed the venue – none other than England's national stadium, Wembley.
It will be the first time that the game has ever been hosted at the iconic venue, and while many may believe that it is unlikely to be a sellout event, the exact opposite is actually true.
Sidemen Charity Match 2023 was hosted at West Ham United's London Stadium and recorded an official attendance of 62,000 – the maximum capacity of the ground in its current state.
In the past, the Sidemen Charity match has also been hosted at Charlton Athletic's The Valley and Southampton's St Mary's Stadium.
Who will be playing in the Sidemen Charity Match 2025?
No official lineup for the event has been released at this stage, although all seven of the Sidemen will almost certainly be involved in some capacity.
This article will be updated promptly as and when more information on participants is released.
How to get Sidemen Charity Match 2025 tickets
Tickets sell out in four hours
The 2025 Charity Match Sidemen tickets sold out in four hours. Demand exceeded 230,000 people. When tickets went on sale at 9 a.m., over 62,000 people were in line. By 1 p.m., all the tickets were sold out.
It's still possible that third-party websites will sell tickets, but they'll have a huge markup. Although hospitality tickets started at £200, they have already sold out.
Due to the huge demand, it shouldn't be a surprise that the Sidemen, whose videos are watched by tens of millions of people weekly, were able to sell out Wembley Stadium so quickly. As there aren't many stadiums around the world capable of holding more people, perhaps the group will have to come up with some new ideas if they want to make this a successful event.
Fans can still watch the game live and follow the action on the Sidemen's YouTube channel.
Tickets started at £12 and rising to £17, £22, and £29 depending on the levels. Hospitality prices are also confirmed below. Purchasing a ticket appears straightforward, with fans simply required to head to SidemenFC.com to get their hands on one upon release. However, given the demand shown by supporters for this match in the past, that may be a task easier said than done.
Demand for tickets was through the roof, with queues as high as 70,000 to get tickets. We found the queue to be fairly quick, with us placed at 11,000 when we joined at 8:55 am, with us able to buy tickets at 9:30 am.
Ticket price breakdown
Tickets were broken down into a few categories;
- £13.20 – Category 3 offers are the highest-up tickets, offering the furthest away view of the stadium
- £18.70 – Category 3, these are also high up, but have a “side-on” view of the pitch
- £24.20 – Category 2 is still high up, but the lower section offers a better view than Category 3
- £31.90 – Category 1 safe-standing tickets are set behind both goals on the lowest section of the stadium
- £31.90 – Category 1 seating, like safe-standing these are behind the goal but also features all lower-tier tickets around the stadium
- Hospitality tickets are also available and likely will be long after standard tickets sell out
Gold Package
Priced at £169 per person, these are the cheaper of the two hospitality packages on offer to fans. Seats are at the halfway line on Level One Bobby Moore seating blocks. Access to the informal lounge area is available three hours before kickoff. Tickets also include “hand-held” food offerings, with complimentary drinks at kick-off and half-time. As with all games in the UK, no alcohol drinking can happen in sight of the match.
Private Box
Coming in at £329 per person, the private boxes are an even more luxurious option. Intended for groups of 8, 12, and 20 guests. Private boxes can be either an intimate setting for smaller groups or more of a party atmosphere for larger groups. Tickets include a pre-match three-course menu with a complimentary bar. Each box also has a dedicated private chef to cater to the needs of the rooms. Furthermore, each box also features a TV, so you can watch the match from inside or follow any pre-match action.