Bear Grylls has been forced to pull out of Soccer Aid this weekend after suffering an injury, it has been confirmed
A second celebrity has pulled out of playing at this weekend’s Soccer Aid event amid Sam Thompson switching roles from player to coach. Bear Grylls, who was initially set to join Harry Redknapp’s England team, has been forced to pull out of Sunday’s game.
During an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine this morning, the TV survival expert shared the disappointing news with fans. Bear confessed he had been “excited” to make his Soccer Aid debut, but unfortunately, an injury has left him unable to participate.
Speaking to Ranvir Singh on ITV show Lorraine this morning, he explained: “I know it’s a hard one, this for me. I picked up a stupid injury.
“Yeah, doing some Soccer Aid training, and some sprints and pulled a hamstring. And I’m back on Running Wild next week. So I’ve got to try and get that to recover. But I’m gutted. I think soccer aid is one of the most iconic things on TV through the year.”
He continued: “Such a beautiful cause as well for UNICEF. Never needed more than right now around the world, helping children suffering the most. So I’m really sad not to be playing, but I’m going to be cheering you guys on. I’m hoping Team England have got it. But yeah, well done. I’m so sorry. I’m so sad not to be joining you.”
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