Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville and other stars confirmed for Liverpool event
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What's OnWhat's On NewsM&S Bank ArenaThe event will take over Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena in NovemberA host of famous faces are set to team up for a special event. Football For Change has announced the return of its annual fundraising gala, with this year's event set to take place on Liverpool for the first time since 2024 on Saturday, November 14 at Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena.It will see some of the biggest names in football, music and entertainment for an evening dedicated to creating brighter futures for young people across the UK.
The event will feature headline live performances from musicians Gabrielle and Tom Grennan, as well as an exclusive football Q&A featuring Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville and a host of special football guests.The evening will be hosted by football-loving TV personality Mark Wright.Football For Change was founded by Jamie Carragher, Conor Coady and Trent Alexander-Arnold, established to help tackle child poverty by creating opportunities for young people living in some of the UK's most disadvantaged communities.Working in partnership with the Communities Foundation, the initiative has raised more than £1.5 million to support grassroots charities and community projects.These have provided access to education, sport, training and life-changing opportunities in postcodes where young people are facing some of life's toughest challenges.Funds raised from this year's gala will continue to support organisations making a tangible difference to young lives, helping to remove barriers to opportunity and inspire the next generation to achieve their potential.Former LIverpool FC star and co-founder of Football For Change Jamie Carragher said: "Football has the power to inspire and bring people together, but it also has the ability to create real change."Every year we're overwhelmed by the generosity of everyone who supports Football For Change, and this year's gala promises to be our biggest yet."The funds raised will help grassroots organisations continue their incredible work, giving young people opportunities they may never otherwise have had."Tickets and hospitality packages for the Football For Change Gala are available now, with businesses and individuals invited to support an evening that celebrates the power of sport to change lives.Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.M&S Bank ArenaJamie CarragherLiverpool FC