Tyson Fury Swears Live During Soccer Aid Charity Match on ITV

During the 2025 Soccer Aid charity football match at Old Trafford, Tyson Fury, managing the England team, caused controversy by swearing live on television while delivering a motivational pre-match pep talk, using the phrase "We are f***ing Spartans." Presenters Alex Scott and Dermot O'Leary quickly apologized to viewers for the unexpected language, with Scott highlighting Fury's unpredictable nature. Despite the swearing, Fury expressed his pride in the team's effort and the event's fundraising success for UNICEF, which raised over £15 million. The star-studded England lineup included Wayne Rooney, Louis Tomlinson, and Sir Mo Farah, among others, and the event also featured celebrity spectators like Julia Roberts. Social media reactions were mixed, with some viewers amused by Fury's outburst, while others criticized ITV for allowing the profanity during an early evening broadcast. Overall, the match successfully raised funds for charity, continuing Soccer Aid's nearly two-decade tradition of supporting UNICEF.