The Troost Ekong Foundation (TEF) says that it will stage the second edition of its high-impact celebrity charity football match on June 22, at the Onikan Stadium, Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos.

  With the theme “Play for Purpose,” the event will bring together some of Africa’s biggest names in sports and entertainment to raise awareness and generate funds for TEF’s ongoing youth development programmes in education, healthcare, and grassroots sports.

  Speaking about the event, the founder and Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, said: “I’m super excited to bring this year’s TEF Charity Match to Lagos. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to put together a great game, and show in order to raise funds for the foundation’s planned projects.”

  Confirmed players and personalities for the game include Victor Osimhen, Odion Ighalo, Ahmed Musa, Raphael Onyedika, Samuel Chukwueze, Carl Ikeme, Obafemi Martins, Victor Boniface, Anthony Joshua, Stanley Nwabali, Alex Song and Theo Attom.

  They’ll be joined by stars of culture and comedy like Brodda Shaggi, Odumodublvck, Kelechi AFC, and Gilmore, with more surprise guests expected on the day.

   Ekong urged fans to be ready for the event, saying: “Football is what unites us, and to play this game for purpose is what makes it meaningful. Make sure to get your tickets to see all our special guests in action on a day full of surprises.”