The seventh edition of the Sidemen Charity Match delivered an unforgettable spectacle at Wembley Stadium, as the YouTube Allstars emerged victorious in a 20-goal thriller that culminated in a dramatic penalty shootout. Over 90,000 fans packed the iconic venue, witnessing a high-scoring affair that ended 10-10 in regulation time before the Allstars secured a 4-1 shootout win to retain their title.
Charitable Impact and Match Highlights
By the final whistle, the event had raised an impressive £6,218,875 for charitable causes, streamed live on YouTube to a global audience. The first half alone featured eight goals, setting the stage for a halftime performance by Tinie Tempah. This year marked a significant shift, with Sidemen members KSI, Miniminter, and Behzinga switching allegiances to represent the YouTube Allstars, adding a fresh dynamic to the competition.
Penalty Shootout Drama
After the match concluded in a 10-10 deadlock, both team managers stepped up to take the initial penalties. SDMN FC struggled from the spot, converting only once after coach Jack Joseph missed his attempt, allowing the Allstars to clinch the shootout 4-1 and defend their championship.
Player Performances and Ratings
Miniminter enhanced his all-time scoring record with a hat-trick, bringing his total to 14 goals in the charity matches, though Jynxzi was awarded Man of the Match for his standout performance. Below is a detailed rating of key players from both teams.
SDMN FC Standouts
- Chris MD - 9: The midfield engine provided an assist and scored via a deflection, with a composed penalty.
- Arthur TV - 9: Delivered three assists and struck the post, showcasing creative flair.
- Jynxzi - 9: Redeemed a poor showing from last year with two goals, earning Player of the Match.
- Marlon - 8: Recovered from an early substitution error to score a goal and assist, displaying composure.
- Zerkaa - 8: Scored his first goal from open play, converting from close range.
- Niko Omilana - 8: Added a Wembley goal to his achievements, despite missing out on other accolades.
- Vikkstar123 - 8: His goal electrified the crowd, contributing to the high-energy atmosphere.
- TBJZL - 7: Scored a spectacular goal, though he could have performed better overall.
- AB - 7: Made up for early errors with an impressive goal.
- XQC - 2: Contributed to several goals but made it a shoot-on-sight game for opponents.
- Deji - 4: His highlight was a suplex on two opponents early in the match.
- Lazarbeam - 5: Had a quiet game, with a penalty reminiscent of Aussie Rules football.
- AJ Shabeel - 6: Penalty should have been saved, and his goatee limited his rating.
- Others like AmineMaTue, Wroetoshaw, Adapt, and Lacy received ratings between 5 and 6 for limited impact.
YouTube Allstars Highlights
- Miniminter - 10: Scored a hat-trick and demonstrated superior skill, standing out as the class act.
- Angryginge - 9: Ran the show from defense, scoring a header and providing two assists with a memorable celebration.
- KSI - 9: Captained the team effectively, contributing a goal and two assists.
- ItalianBach - 9: Scored a crucial long-range goal to force penalties, making a significant impact.
- Chazza - 8: Delivered a classy performance capped with a goal.
- Mrwhosetheboss - 7: Won the match with a powerful penalty after a quiet regulation time.
- Danny Aarons - 7: Scored a beautiful goal, adding to the team's offensive firepower.
- Ibai - 7: Had a lacklustre 90 minutes but remained composed during his penalty.
- WillNE - 7: Found the net but was marred by an unsuccessful goal-line clearance.
- Max Fosh - 7: Elevated his rating with a yellow card trick, setting a card on fire.
- Sketch - 4: Made high-profile errors but kept the team in the game early after a facial injury.
- JasonTheWeen - 5: Looked overwhelmed at times and delivered a weak penalty.
- Stable Ronaldo - 5: Partnered Miniminter upfront but failed to score.
- Players like Behzinga, CarryMinati, George Clarke, and Squeezie received ratings between 5 and 6 for minimal contributions.
The Sidemen Charity Match continues to be a premier event blending entertainment and philanthropy, with this year's edition setting a new benchmark for excitement and charitable giving.
