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Game4Ricky
A City
United For Ricky
◉ Sunday 15 November 2026 · 2:15pm kick-off ⌾ Joie Stadium, Manchester
Tickets are now available. Join the city for a day in honour of Ricky Hatton and the People’s Champion’s lasting legacy.
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Game4Ricky
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A day to celebrate a champion
A match to inspire a city
Game4Ricky is a landmark football event in honour of Ricky Hatton — a Manchester icon, a world-class boxer and the People’s Champion.
Discover Ricky’s story ↗Legends on the pitch
Two teams
One tribute
Team Hitman and Team Hatton unite footballing legends and familiar faces for one very special occasion. Explore the confirmed squads below, with more names to follow.
The squad
Team Hitman
11 confirmed
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Campbell Hatton
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Chelcee Grimes
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David James
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Jeff Brazier
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Johnny Nelson
07
Joleon Lescott
08
Kristen Hanby
09
Paul Dickov
10
Wes Morgan
11
William Gallas
The squad
Team Hatton
18 confirmed
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Archie Renaux
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Ben Mee
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Cel Spellman
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Dalton Smith
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Darren Barker
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Des Walker
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Eric Djemba-Djemba
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Harry Pinero
09
Jason Manford
10
Joe Hart
11
Kola Bokinni
12
Matthew Hatton
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Nedum Onuoha
14
Paulie Malignaggi
15
Stillryan
16
Tamer Hassan
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Toni Duggan
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Troy Hawke
Official prize competition partner
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Save the date
One extraordinary
Manchester moment
From the walk-out to the final whistle, Game4Ricky will bring together football, entertainment and a whole city for a day with lasting purpose.
When15.11.26
Sunday · 2:15pm
WhereJOIE
Stadium, Manchester
What90 MIN
Match + entertainment
WhyFOR RICKY
Football with purpose
What to expect
The match is only the beginning
Expect footballing legends, much-loved faces from music and entertainment, and a whole city ready to honour one of its own. Match, player and ticket information will be announced here first.
A fitting tribute
A celebration of the life, legacy and unmistakable spirit of Ricky Hatton.
Football for a cause
A day built around connection, community and the importance of mental health.
The LGNDS Lounge
Exceptional hospitality at Joie Stadium for guests who want to make the day even more memorable.
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