Ronaldo to play in NYC

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he will be starring in a charity match in New York City.

Their exhibition match will take place on Sunday, June 14 and will conclude a four-day period of fundraising and events.

Players who have confirmed their place in Silvestre's European All Stars squad so far are:

Silvestre (Arsenal), Ronaldo (Man United), Hnery (Barcelona), Anelka (Chelsea), Drogba (Chelsea), Sagna (Arsenal), Makelele (PSG), Adebayor (Arsenal), Lampard (Chelsea), Clichy (Arsenal), Almunia (Arsenal), Dabo (Lazio), Vieira (Internazionale), Giggs (Man United) and Gallas (Arsenal).

Since Schools for Hope was launched four years ago, it has funded the construction and opening of two schools in Africa and Asia, serving over 600 underprivileged children.

The foundation’s goal is to continue to build schools throughout the world including Asia, South America, Eastern Europe and the United States