But in a campaign that saw United produce some exhilarating football in becoming second division champions, the disreputable behaviour practiced by a section of their support generated headlines for loutishness rather than loyalty as 1974-75 became the defining season for Manchester United during the 1970s. Referee Paul Tierney, who played an excellent advantage for the Brazilian's goal after Bruno Fernandes had been fouled in the build-up, had to warn him about his celebration in front of the Arsenal fans with the ball up his shirt. Watching highlights of the home match against Sunderland played on Saturday 30 November 1974 is to be reminded of just how enthralling the game was in this era, the enterprise and energy of both teams even more remarkable when remembering this is second division English football – in its 21st Century guise the sport has increased in cosmetic adornments, gaining much with regard to tactical and technical sophistication, but on the whole is a less dramatic spectacle than its mid-70s counterpart. United's attempts to win the European Cup for the first time since 1968 looked to be doomed when Bayern took an early lead through Mario Basler and defended it with typical German resilience. But then, in injury time, the Reds produced one of the most stunning revivals in sporting history – Sheringham equalised and, moments later, his fellow substitute Ole Gunnar Solskjaerfired in the winner to make the score 2-1. United clinched an unprecedented, historic Treble and Ferguson was subsequently knighted as fans around the globe basked in the glory. In January, we announced the removal of executive seats from the Stretford End for the 2024/25 season, providing more general admission availability in the heart of the famous stand.

United now have the opportunity to go toe-to-toe City in the final, an encounter both sides - and the city of Manchester - will relish. Those who remained, however, became involved in a year-on-year struggle to recapture former glories, the onus falling increasingly on Best to galvanise a frequently disjointed and under-performing team. Diego Costa worked hard for little reward before the break and, until Jimenez was introduced once the Spaniard was replaced, there was no focal point for the Wolves midfield to play to.The win moved United into the top four - the first time they have been in the Champions League qualification places this season. Perhaps the most important signing Busby made, however, was on the coaching staff. Matt had met Jimmy Murphy during the war, and identified him as his perfect right-hand man. The pair formed a partnership that would see United become a power in world football.

He was the first to submit a bid by the ‘soft deadline’ of February 17 and has promised a “completely debt free” takeover of United. Covid restrictions continued to keep fans away from matches for much of 2020/21. In fact, supporters were not permitted inside Old Trafford until the final home game of the season, in May, when Edinson Cavani scored a stunning long-range goal in a 1-1 draw with Fulham. The Uruguayan striker was one of five players signed that season, alongside Donny van de Beek, Alex Telles, Facundo Pellistri and Amad, and Solskjaer's expanded squad achieved an improved Premier League position as the Reds claimed second spot behind local rivals Manchester City. As hooliganism became synonymous with Manchester United away matches, it thus became a regular feature of television news broadcasts during the entire season. Lopetegui said: "We have to improve. I believe in my players. But it is not about one or two players. It is a team task. If we have more chances, we may score more." The next season saw United build on the foundations of FA Cup success to challenge for the title – finishing second, only four points behind the champions Liverpool. The 1962/63 season was also notable for the signing and debut of George Best, the young man from Belfast who would become football's first superstar. His incredible skill, pace and control left opponents in knots, making him a hit with the fans, while his film-star looks helped elevate his fame to celebrity status.The views of fans on all policies related to matchday experience and services will continue to be a key objective of the club next season and beyond.

With an average crowd of 48,389, Man Utd were the best supported team in the entire League. Notts County become the first club to play 3,000 League games, the match in question being a 2-2 draw at home to neighbours Forest. Chapman's permanent successor, Herbert Bamlett, arrived later that season. He was already known to United fansas the referee whocalled off the club's FA Cup quarter-final tie at Burnley in 1909, when their team was trailing 1-0 in the midst of a blizzard. Bamlett, though, was too cold to blow the final whistle, so Charlie Robertshad to do the job and United went on to win the Cup that season! Erik ten Hag was announced as the new permanent manager on 21 April 2022, but the Dutchman would see out the campaign at Ajax before starting work at Carrington. The new boss oversaw some major changes to the squad as the likes of Edinson Cavani, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Nemanja Maticand Paul Pogba departed during the summer, while Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez, Casemiro and Antony were acquired. The Norwegian's impact on results was immediately positive as the Reds won his first eight games in charge, beginning with an emphatic 5-1 away win at Cardiff City - the only British club he had previously managed. When Solskjaer's unbeaten start ended after 11 matches, with a home defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, he still had the last laugh as Marcus Rashford's 94th-minute penalty in the second leg meant United won the tie on away goals.It certainly adds extra sheen to this season for United, who are in a good position to secure a place in next season's Champions League via the league and now have the chance to add a second piece of silverware against their arch-rivals at Wembley. Heartbreak for Brighton