Bangkok, Thailand — The stage is set for the Reignwood Icons of Football, the world’s most exciting crossover sports event, taking place on 31 January – 1 February 2026, at the prestigious Robinswood Golf Course in Reignwood Park, Bangkok. In a landmark moment for sports in Asia, this globally televised spectacle sees football’s greatest icons swap boots for clubs as Team England, led by Masters Champion Danny Willett, faces off against Thomas Bjørn’s Team World in a high-stakes matchplay golf showdown.
Following a dominant victory for Team England in last year’s inaugural Bangkok event, the stakes have never been higher. Team England arrives at Reignwood Park with a target on their backs, determined to defend the Icons Trophy and maintain their regional supremacy. Conversely, Team World enters the week with a clear mission of redemption, looking to overturn last year’s result and claim the title for the first time on Thai soil.
With the final lineup now complete, football and golf fans alike can expect to witness a thrilling contest as iconic footballers take their professional competitiveness to the fairways. Uniting sports like never before, the Reignwood Icons of Football features global icons who have won at the highest levels of the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, and international football. This unique tournament showcases the legendary rivalries of football in a whole new setting, with players teaming up with former adversaries and aiming for glory across a fast-paced 10-hole matchplay format designed to deliver drama at every turn.
Adding to the intensity, each Icon will take on the US$10M Swing, otherwise known as The Richest Hole in Golf. Played as an additional scoring hole on Saturday, all players will tee off in front of excited fans for a once-in-a-lifetime shot at history. With an unprecedented US$10 million prize pot on the line, this remains the biggest single prize ever awarded on a golf hole if an icon makes a hole-in-one.
Beyond the ropes, the event transforms into a festival of entertainment, welcoming thousands of fans to the world-class Reignwood Park for a weekend of live music, premium food and drink, and exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities. For those watching from home, the action will be broadcast globally and on the Icons Series YouTube channel.
The final team lineups are as follows:
Team England:
- Captain – Danny Willett
- Jimmy Bullard
- Andy Cole
- Robbie Fowler
- Joe Hart
- Paul Ince
- Phil Jagielka
- Jermain Jenas
- Phil Jones
- Lee Sharpe
- Teddy Sheringham
- John Terry
- Theo Walcott
Team World:
- Captain – Thomas Bjørn
- Gareth Bale
- Gabriel Batistuta
- Nigel De Jong
- Ryan Giggs
- David Ginola
- Ruud Gullit
- Henrik Larsson
- Aaron Ramsey
- John Arne Riise
- Andriy Shevchenko
- Dwight Yorke
- Gianfranco Zola
Danny Willett, Team England Captain: “Taking on the captaincy for Team England is a challenge I’m really looking forward to. We’ve got a seriously strong team, packed with competitive icons who are ready to defend our title. The lads are buzzing to get out there in Bangkok and keep that Icons Trophy in English hands.”
Thomas Bjørn, Team World Captain: “I’ve been a teammate of Danny’s before, but there won’t be any friendly behavior this week. We have a group of proven winners – the very best footballers-turned-golfers in the world – and we are coming to Bangkok with a point to prove. My job is to make sure we channel that professional instinct to get the win.”
Thomas Brookes, CEO of Icons Series: “The Reignwood Icons of Football is redefining what it means to blend sports, entertainment, and fan engagement. Bringing this event back to Bangkok is a landmark moment for the Icons Series – the stage is set for an unforgettable showdown watched all over the world.”
Ms. Woraphanit Ruayrungruang, CEO of Reignwood Group: “The success of last year’s Reignwood Icons of Football reflects Thailand’s potential to become a premier international sports hub. Icons Series reinforces Reignwood Park’s role as a leading “Sport & Lifestyle Community Destination” in Asia. The 2026 edition of the event marks a strategic milestone in developing Reignwood Park as one of Thailand’s “Sport Destination Hubs,” seamlessly integrating world-class sports, tourism, and lifestyle.
“Reignwood Group believes that investing in sports and education is a vital engine for economic value and a source of inspiration for the youth and health-conscious individuals. Furthermore, it enhances Thailand’s long-term global image,” said Ms. Woraphanit. “The Reignwood Icons of Football 2026 will play a key role in elevating Thailand within the global sports tourism arena. By aligning with the national development goal of showcasing ‘Thai Soft Power’ through our culture of hospitality and international-standard experiences—and with the collaboration of our partners—we aim to drive Thailand toward becoming a world-class sports destination.”
Fans attending Reignwood Icons of Football 2026 will see:
- 24 superstar footballers competing in live matchplay golf
- Team rivalries played out hole-by-hole
- The return of The US$10M Swing – golf’s richest single hole
- Entertainment, hospitality and fan-interaction moments
Coverage will be broadcast globally and across Icons channels. Tickets are on sale from just 650THB now at www.icons-series.com.
How To Watch
The Reignwood Icons of Football will be presented live to millions worldwide via Icons Series YouTube platforms and international broadcast partners. Fans will be able to watch the action unfold live alongside full highlight packages of the tournament across the weekend 31 January – 1 February 2026.
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