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Katie Fitzpatrick

Olly Murs reveals a new look at Soccer Aid and he reminds viewers of someone

Olly Murs returned to his beloved Old Trafford to take part in Soccer Aid 2020 with a new look after lockdown.

The Troublemaker singer and The Voice coach showed off a new longer, and blonder, hairstyle, and fans said he reminded them of a certain someone.

As Manchester United fan Olly, 36, strode onto the pitch Twitter went wild with comments about his hair and the resemblance to another famous blonde.

"Is that @ollymurs or David Beckham?" asked one viewer.

"Olly Murs doing his best David Beckham with this barnet," said another.

"Olly Murs looks so different blonde," remarked another viewer.

"Olly Murs proving his love for Utd by turning up as 1998 David Beckham," commented another.

Olly's former look (BBC)

A regular at Soccer Aid, popstar Olly is playing for the England side.

One of the biggest charity football matches, Soccer Aid for the children's charity Unicef has returned to Old Trafford with a line-up of top stars.

Although fans aren't allowed in the stadium due to coronavirus-imposed restrictions, the entire match is being broadcast live on ITV, with Dermot O'Leary and Kirsty Gallacher presenting.

As usual, the 11-a-side match see an England and worldwide team go head-to-head to be crowned Soccer Aid 2020 champion.

It's also a big day for Wayne Rooney as he returns to his old stomping ground - this time as manager for the England side.

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