Liam Mackey on the night the Theatre of Dreams came true

Today, May 3, is the 27th anniversary of the night Manchester United were crowned league champions for the first time in 26 years. LIAM MACKEY was in Old Trafford for a memorable occasion which marked both an end and a beginning for the club in the Alex Ferguson era.
Liam Mackey on the night the Theatre of Dreams came true
Sun, 03 May, 2020 - 08:00
Liam Mackey

Today, May 3, is the 27th anniversary of the night Manchester United were crowned league champions for the first time in 26 years. LIAM MACKEY was in Old Trafford for a memorable occasion which marked both an end and a beginning for the club in the Alex Ferguson era.

START OF A GOLDEN AGE: Gary Pallister lifts the trophy after Manchester United’s 3-1 win over Blackburn Rovers at Old Trafford sealed the 1992/93 Premier League title. Picture: David Cannon
START OF A GOLDEN AGE: Gary Pallister lifts the trophy after Manchester United’s 3-1 win over Blackburn Rovers at Old Trafford sealed the 1992/93 Premier League title. Picture: David Cannon

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