Flashback: The day Liam Payne watched fellow One Direction band member Louis Tomlinson captain the Doncaster Rovers Legends charity match
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James Coppinger brought together present and past Rovers’ Legends and invited Louis as a special guest.
The game took place at the Doncaster Rovers’ Keepmoat Stadium.
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Hide AdLouis captained a team that played against James Coppinger’s team. Fellow One Direction member Liam Payne was also present to show his support for his bandmate, and he took part in a playful pre-match penalty shoot-out.


Louis’ team was the first one to score a goal. Unfortunately, though, they lost 4-7 to James’ team.
Despite the loss on the football field, Louis’ charitable heart and dedication/love for his fans were once again highlighted.
Louis played for Bluebell Wood, a children hospice which he has long been known to support. To show his support, Louis wore the Bluebell Wood t-shirt right before the game.
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