Man Utd protest group The 1958 to hold rally at home of rebel club in joint attack on hated owners The Glazers
PROTEST GROUP The 1958 will stage a rally at the home of rebels FC United of Manchester in a joint attack on the Glazer family.
A “United United Day” will take place at the home of the Northern Premier League side.
The club was formed as a breakaway against Manchester United’s American owners after they took over in 2005.
And on Saturday at the Broadhurst Park home of FC United, thousands of fans plan to come together in one symbolic protest.
FC United declared: “The Glazer family has pillaged Manchester United and divided the fanbase for two decades. This cannot go on.
“FC United of Manchester was born from frustration with the Glazers’ control of Manchester United.
“Twenty years later, we continue to stand as an alternative – offering a fan-owned, affordable football experience.
“Our message remains the same: We stand together in solidarity, demanding responsible ownership at Manchester United.”
The “Red Rebels” add: “FC United of Manchester has always been a 100 per cent fan-owned club, offering affordable football and a true community atmosphere.
“Whether you are priced out of Old Trafford or seeking something different, FC United offers a place for supporters to make their own choices.”
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The demo will take place before FC United’s clash with Stockton Town.
The 1958 stress: “For over 20 years the United fanbase have been fractured. The ‘United United Day’ protest is a show of intent.
“It’s a stand for affordable football. It’s a stand for fan culture. It’s a stand for responsible ownership.
“It’s also a stand to show who the enemy really is; the Glazers. For too long Reds have been pitted against Reds. No more.
“For twenty years the Glazers have treated Manchester United as a personal cash cow, draining over £1billion from the club while lining their own pockets.
“This has led to a club in disrepair, supporters priced out, and a future under their control that looks increasingly bleak.”
United fans have stepped up their protests this year after Glazer debt hit the £1bn mark.
New co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has brutally cut costs by slashing jobs and axing funding to player charities as he feared the club would run out of money.
Ticket prices have also been raised with season tickets up 5 per cent and the cheapest single matchday seat available at £66.