Football For Change has announced the return of its annual fundraising gala this November, with this year’s event set to be the “biggest and most ambitious yet”.

Sponsored by global transport and logistics firm DSV, it will return to Liverpool for the first time since 2024 on Saturday 14 November at M&S Bank Arena.

Gabrielle and Tom Grennan will perform live at the event, while Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville will take part in a football Q&A alongside other special guests. Radio and television presenter Mark Wright will host the evening.

Founded by Jamie Carragher, Conor Coady and Trent Alexander-Arnold, Football For Change was established to help tackle child poverty by creating opportunities for young people living in some of the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.

Working in partnership with the Communities Foundation, the initiative has raised more than £1.5 million to support grassroots charities and community projects that provide access to education, sport, training and life-changing opportunities in postcodes where young people are facing some of life’s toughest challenges.

Funds raised from this year’s gala will continue to support organisations making a tangible difference to young lives, helping to remove barriers to opportunity and inspire the next generation to achieve their potential.

Tom Grennan / Photo: Raph_PH / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 2.0

Jamie Carragher, co-founder of Football For Change, says: “Football has the power to inspire and bring people together, but it also has the ability to create real change. Every year we’re overwhelmed by the generosity of everyone who supports Football For Change, and this year’s gala promises to be our biggest yet.

“The funds raised will help grassroots organisations continue their incredible work, giving young people opportunities they may never otherwise have had.”

Surinder Dubro, managing director, UK, contract logistics at DSV, adds: “As a global organisation, DSV understands the importance of connecting communities and creating opportunities.

“We are proud to partner with the 2026 Football For Change Gala and support a fantastic initiative that is helping transform the lives of young people facing poverty through the power of football. This aligns with our core social impact values in a way that delivers a genuine and lasting difference”.

Tickets and hospitality packages for the Football For Change Gala are available now, with businesses and individuals invited to support an evening that celebrates the power of sport to change lives.

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