Owen Cooper, the 16-year-old star of Netflix's 'Adolescence', is set to make history on Sunday as the youngest player ever to participate in a Soccer Aid match. The annual charity football event, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, will see Cooper represent England alongside former internationals such as Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe, and Theo Walcott.
Cooper shot to fame after his breakout role in the Netflix series, filmed when he was just 14. His performance earned him major awards, including a BAFTA TV Award for Best Supporting Actor, making him the youngest recipient in that category. He also became the youngest male supporting actor to win at the Golden Globes and Primetime Emmys.
Despite his young age, Cooper has already amassed an estimated net worth of £750,000. He has secured roles in upcoming projects, including 'Wuthering Heights' alongside Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, and the psychological thriller 'Foxfinder' with Tessa Thompson and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Experts predict he could follow the career trajectory of stars like Timothée Chalamet and Tom Holland.
Cooper expressed his excitement about the match, saying, 'I’m incredibly proud to be playing at Soccer Aid for Unicef in its 20th anniversary year. I wasn’t even born when the first Soccer Aid took place but I’m a big fan! Becoming the youngest player to take part is a real honour.' The match will take place at the London Stadium on May 31, raising funds for children's welfare worldwide.
