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Abbie Meehan

Martin Compston confirmed for Soccer Aid 2022 World XI line-up

Martin Compston has been confirmed in the starting line-up for Soccer Air 2022, as part of a World XI among stars like Patrice Evra and Usain Bolt.

The Scottish actor posted the update to his Instagram account on Tuesday morning, writing: "Absolutely buzzing to be back this year at @socceraid for @unicef_uk on June 12th!

"Pinch myself every time I’m asked to be part of this incredible event. We’re at the London Stadium this year where big @usainbolt did some of his finest work hopefully see ye there, tickets link in story!"

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The Line of Duty star was a part of last year's winning World XI, that raised a record-breaking £13,014,769 for UNICEF’s work keeping children around the world, happy, healthy and able to play.

Martin Compston for Soccer Aid 2022. (UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures/REX/Shutterstock)

Martin's side, which included the likes of musician Tom Grennan, Usain Bolt and Roberto Carlos, won the game 3-0.

Fans flocked to Martin's comments section to cheer him on, with one excited user writing: "Best news ever! I have my tickets, so glad to be cheering you on again. I will have my Scotland flag ready again."

Another said: "This makes me so happy. Come on Team Compston!"

And fellow World XI star and Love Island boy Kem Cetinay wrote: "Yesssssssss!", alongside some flame emojis.

Tickets for Soccer Aid 2022 are on sale now, and can be found on the Soccer Aid for UNICEF website here.

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