Jill Scott to Make History as England’s First Female Soccer Aid Captain

Jill Scott is set to make history as England’s first female Soccer Aid captain. The Manchester City and England midfielder will lead a star-studded line-up of celebrities and football legends in the charity match at Old Trafford on June 5th.

Soccer Aid

Soccer Aid is an annual charity match organised by UNICEF UK and Robbie Williams, which has raised over £38 million for vulnerable children around the world since its inception in 2006. This year’s match will be the first to feature a female captain, with Scott leading a team of celebrities and football legends in a match against a World XI.

Jill Scott’s Career

Scott has been a key player for Manchester City since joining the club in 2013. She has won two FA Cups, two Continental Cups and two Women’s Super League titles with the club, and has also represented England at the highest level, making over 140 appearances for the Lionesses.

Scott’s Reaction

Scott said: “It’s an absolute honour to be named as the first female Soccer Aid captain. I’m looking forward to leading the England team out at Old Trafford and helping to raise money for UNICEF UK’s vital work protecting children around the world.”

Summary

Jill Scott is set to make history as the first female Soccer Aid captain, leading a team of celebrities and football legends in the charity match at Old Trafford on June 5th. Scott has been a key player for Manchester City since joining the club in 2013 and has represented England at the highest level, making over 140 appearances for the Lionesses. Scott said it is an honour to be named as the first female Soccer Aid captain and is looking forward to helping to raise money for UNICEF UK’s vital work protecting children around the world.

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