A minute silence before kick off Manchester United marks Remembrance • United players who have died in conflict to be honoured Manchester United has announced how the Club will observe Remembrance this year, both at Old Trafford and with fans around the world. As well as honouring all those who have lost their lives in armed conflicts, this year’s activity will give special reference to the 18 Manchester United players who have died in armed conflict in the Club’s 136-year history. The most notable of these players was Alexander ‘Sandy’ Turnbull who was a key figure in winning the League title in 1908 – United’s first ever trophy. After scoring 25 times in 30 games in that title-winning season, Turnbull then went on to score the winning goal in the 1909 FA Cup final as United lifted the Cup for the first time. Two buglers from the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers will play the Last Post prior to a minute’s silence before Saturday’s home match against Crystal Palace. Also in attendance will be 20 members of the 1st The Queen’s Dragoon Guards, who will form a line from the tunnel to the pitch as the players walk out. The iconic poppy image has also been installed on Old Trafford’s East Stand façade as well as banners listing the names of the fallen players. This activity will be reflected inside the stadium, with special digiboard messages on display and a centre circle poppy for Saturday’s match. In addition to the activity at Old Trafford, Remembrance will be observed across the Club’s website, social media platforms and MUTV. Ed Woodward, Manchester United executive vice chairman, said: “Remembrance is always a very important time and at Manchester United we value the opportunity to honour those who have lost their lives in conflicts across the world. This year’s activity will have added significance, as we commemorate our former players who have fallen in combat. I know our fans will come together this week to join the Club in observing this occasion, reflecting on the privileges that peace brings and in thinking about those whose lives are still affected by conflict. #Mufc
Posted on: Sat, 08 Nov 2014 13:51:01 +0000