Match for Hope airs live from Qatar Friday on beIN SPORTS

Chunkz and Aboflah captain star-studded charity match featuring Marcelo, Diego Costa, Thierry Henry and Franck Ribéry

[Miami, FL — January 29, 2026]: beIN SPORTS will bring North America fans live coverage of the 2026 Match for Hope from Doha, Qatar, airing Friday, January 30th. The annual charity soccer event unites stars of the global game alongside some of the world’s most influential digital creators, all coming together to support access to education for children and young people most in need.
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​The Match for Hope is an international fundraising initiative dedicated to supporting essential education programs, particularly in regions impacted by conflict, disaster, and poverty. Since its launch, the event has helped raise significant funds and awareness through the global reach of sport and social media.
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​Two teams will take the field in Doha led by team captains Chunkz and Aboflah, with appearances from football legends Marcelo, Diego Costa, Thierry Henry, and Franck Ribéry, among others, for a celebration of football, community, and impact.
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