Leicester Champion, Aston Villa Legend, and Manchester United Academy Graduate Headed to "Lazur"

The "Stiliyan Petrov" Foundation has announced the latest three footballers who will support the charity "Match of Hope" on June 6, 2026, at the "Lazur" Stadium in Burgas. Joining the international team are:

Marc Albrighton

A symbol of work ethic and dedication, Marc Albrighton played over 100 matches for Aston Villa before becoming a key figure in Leicester City's "football fairytale." With the Foxes, he won the historic Premier League title (2016) and the FA Cup (2021). He scored crucial goals for Leicester in the Champions League. With over 300 Premier League appearances, he remains a benchmark for consistency and one of the most respected professionals in England.

Gabriel Agbonlahor

A product of the Aston Villa academy, Gabriel Agbonlahor embodies speed, goal-scoring instinct, and loyalty to the Birmingham club. With 391 appearances and 74 goals in the top flight, he remains one of the most significant figures in Villa's modern history. A memorable moment in his career was his "perfect" hat-trick against Manchester City in 2008. He earned 3 caps for the England national team.

Phil Bardsley

An academy graduate of Manchester United, Phil Bardsley is a symbol of toughness and uncompromising defensive play. His strongest period was at Sunderland, where he made 200 appearances. With over 300 Premier League appearances, also featuring for Stoke City and Burnley, he established himself as one of England's hardest defenders. On the international stage, he represented Scotland in 13 matches.

Marc Albrighton, Gabriel Agbonlahor, and Phil Bardsley join an impressive list of participants: Stiliyan Petrov, Dimitar Berbatov, Martin Petrov, Krasimir Balakov, Zlatko Yankov, Dimitar Dimitrov – Hero, Lyubomir Sheitanov, Nedelcho Matushev, Stoyko Sakaliev, Dimitar Ivankov, Radostin Kishishev, Aleksandar Tunchev, Ilian Iliev, Georgi Peev, Emil Kremenliev, Martin Kamburov, Valeri Bojinov, Joe Hart, Wes Brown, Yakubu Aiyegbeni, James Collins, Stewart Downing, Richard Dunne, and Billy Wingrove.

The charity "Match of Hope" will bring together sports legends, public figures, and artists to unite efforts for:

-        Supporting the "Comprehensive Oncology Center" – Burgas;

-        Providing financial and moral assistance to Lyuboslav Penev and Petar Hubchev in their battle with illness;

-        Direct support for patients fighting cancer.

Tickets: On sale through the Eventim network: OMV petrol stations, Technopolis stores, Orange, Office 1, the Burgas Opera Box Office, the "Chasovnika" box office, as well as online at eventim.bg.