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England have been drawn in a group with Scotland, Spain and Mexico for the inaugural 2017 Star Sixes football tournament, set to involve numerous former international superstars including Steven Gerrard, Roberto Carlos, Michael Ballack and Carles Puyol.
Taking place at London's O2 Arena in July, Ballack's Germany side face arguably the toughest challenge in a group with France, Portugal and Denmark. Meanwhile, the Brazilian side drew Italy, Nigeria and China, per Star Sixes:
Sky Sports News HQ's David Garrido provided an explanation of the legends tournament's format, with all fixtures set to be played between July 13 and July 16, 2017:
Joining captain Gerrard in the England team will be former Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand, Liverpool legend Michael Owen, as well as forward Emile Heskey and goalkeeper David James.