The Isle of Man Football Association’s national men’s representative side will take on an international team from visiting ship Logos Hope in a charity football match at the Bowl next week.

The fixture will take place on Wednesday, November 18 as part of celebrations for International Men’s Day, with all proceeds from the evening going to Mannin Cancers Support Group.

The Manx side will face a team representing Logos Hope, which is making its maiden visit to the island between today (Tuesday), November 10 until Monday, November 23.

The match offers local football supporters the opportunity to watch the island’s representative side in action while also helping to welcome the visiting team and raise money for a worthwhile cause.

Described as the world’s largest floating book fair, the ship will bring more than 5,000 book titles to the island, including science and technology, sport, hobbies, arts, cookery, medicine, languages, faith and personal development.

The collection will also include children's books, academic resources, dictionaries and atlases, offering something for a range of ages and interests.

Alongside the book fair, visitors can explore the ship's welcome area, featuring a short film and interactive displays about its vision and global impact.

The organisation’s mission began in 1970 and its ships have since visited more than 490 ports across 150 countries and territories, welcoming more than 52 million visitors.

Kick-off next Wednesday, November 18 is 7pm at the national stadium.

Admission will cost £2 for adults, while children will be able to attend free of charge.

Collection buckets will also be circulated during the evening, giving spectators the opportunity to make additional donations to the charity.