Former Premier League stars to play Gaza charity match

A host of former Premier League players are set to play in a charity match to raise money for the children of Gaza.

Former Aston Villa star Anwar El Ghazi is championing the initiative and his team, made up of ex-players, will play the exhibition game in England on June 1.

Other confirmed players include former Manchester United midfielder Donny Van De Beek, ex-Arsenal and Manchester City defender Bacary Sagna and former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey. 

Crystal Palace midfielder Jeffery Schlupp, former Spurs defender Younes Kaboul and Fulham star Adama Traore will also be in action.

The game kicks off at 15:00 local time (18:00 UAE time) at Barnet's The Hive stadium. 

Ebadur Rahman, the CEO of event organiser Nujum Sports, said, "All children need to be protected and cared for no matter what their socioeconomic background, ethnicity, or faith. Our duty of care goes beyond borders, and we must act now to make sure our response is genuine, impactful, and urgent."

Donations and more information can be found at https://childrenofgaza.co.uk/