Liam Payne 'never kicked a football in his life' before joining Soccer Aid

The One Direction star was appointed England captain for Soccer Aid 2022, an annual charity sports match in aid of UNICEF U.K. In a recent interview with Logan Paul, the singer explained what the initiative is about. “We play this game called Soccer Aid and it's a bunch of professional soccer players - like Ronaldinho has played in the past - mixed with celebrities.” Liam Payne via Impaulsive Podcast. “So, I'm the captain of the England team currently at the moment - who's never kicked a football in his life by the way.” Liam Payne via Impaulsive Podcast.