Big news on and off the pitch — Swiss watchmaker NORQAIN served as the Official Timekeeper of Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2025, hosted at Old Trafford on 15 June 2025. In this charity showdown, teams battled not just for goals, but for lives—and together they helped raise an astonishing £15,280,163 for vulnerable children worldwide
“Looking back at Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2025, what a match!” proclaimed NORQAIN in their post-event recap From the first whistle to the final donation, every tick of the clock was a step toward global change. The event was broadcast live on ITV1 and ITVX, with a packed stadium and worldwide audiences cheering for both the England XI and the World XI.
The England team featured football legends Wayne Rooney (player-manager), Tyson Fury (co-manager), and Gary Neville, alongside fellow ex-Manchester United stars Joe Hart, Jermain Defoe and Mark Carrick, with celebrity support from Mo Farah, Paddy McGuinness, Louis Tomlinson, and more. The World XI boasted names like Carlos Tevez—who scored four goals in a stunning comeback—and Big Zuu, who netted the late winner in a dramatic 5‑4 finish.
A key figure in this collaboration, Gary Neville not only featured as a player, but also as a NORQAIN business partner. Post-match, he celebrated the milestone:
“£15,280,163 raised for UNICEF ⚽️ Well done everyone ❤️ @socceraid”
— Gary Neville
The match served as the centerpiece of NORQAIN’s official launch in the United Kingdom and Ireland. A standout media event at Old Trafford brought trademarks, retailers, and journalists together—ushering the Swiss brand onto football’s biggest stage in these markets.
As Official Timekeeper, NORQAIN ensured every goal, substitution, and heartfelt moment was counted with precision. The brand also marked the occasion with a bold release: the Wild ONE of 1 Soccer Aid Limited‑Edition watch, unveiled at the match to support fundraising initiatives.
With £15.28 million raised and the spotlight shining on kids in crisis, Soccer Aid 2025 reinforced sport’s power to effect change. For NORQAIN, this isn’t just a partnership—it’s a precision-driven promise to keep making every second count.
Explore the official partnership at NORQAIN x Soccer Aid for UNICEF
