Bristol came together to support the second instalment of the Talk Club Cup on Friday night at Ashton Gate.
Supporting the Bristol Rovers Community Trust, Bristol City Robins Foundation and Talk Club, legends and celebrities picked their side as Bristol Rovers faced off against Bristol City in a charity football match in front of thousands of fans, all to raise money for men's mental health.
All the money raised will go straight back to good causes in the city. Talk Club is a UK men's mental health charity that helps men improve their mental fitness, raising awareness and breaking stigma.
On the pitch, the Pirates were looking to defend their crown after lifting the trophy in 2025 after a thrilling 3-2 win at The Memorial Stadium, but fell to defeat away from home.
Speaking after the match, Bristol Rovers Community Trust's Chief Executive Officer said: "We were raising funds for the Talk Club Cup, which supports the Talk Club, Bristol Rovers Community Trust and the Robins Foundation. All the funds raised help us put on programs to tackle issues around mental health across the city.
"So, it's really, really important. Every penny that's raised helps people in this city. We're aware that 25 men in Bristol each year take their own lives, and when you think about that, it's two teams of 11 and the officials. It's really important for football to try and tackle these issues and do what we can."
"Nights like tonight are so important. We unite in the city of Bristol. To see kids in Rovers shirts and City shirts together today, we realise rivals are important, but the work we're doing to support mental health is much more important."
