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One ordinary man. One extraordinary Soccer Aid for UNICEF mission.
Sam Thompson is on a mammoth mission for Soccer Aid for UNICEF. He’s been tasked with transporting the Soccer Aid match ball over 260 miles from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford in time for this year’s game. Every mile, on foot and by bike, Sam is hoping to raise as much money as possible to support UNICEF’s work for children worldwide. Sam will leap out of his comfort zone (and into his Lycra!) and take to the road in the ultimate test of endurance over five gruelling days of running and cycling between June 2 and June 6. He’ll need all the support he can get because, with no athletic experience to fall back on, he faces the toughest physical journey of his life to ensure the match ball is delivered ahead of kick-off.
Sam’s ultimate goal is to support Soccer Aid for UNICEF’s mission to help children worldwide grow up safe, healthy and able to play. From essential health services and basic nutrition to a vital education and safe spaces, UNICEF and partners provide the support children need when and where they need it. So, by supporting Sam to go the distance from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford, you’re supporting Soccer Aid for UNICEF to go the distance too, for children everywhere. You can play your part and make a donation.
On this page you’ll be able to follow Sam’s journey to find out if he can go the distance, and achieve his mission to support Soccer Aid for UNICEF with theirs.
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