United reject fan's claims

Manchester United have hit back at a supporter’s claim that Old Trafford is like a “police state” which leaves supporters paralysed by fear.

United reject fan's claims
Thu, 03 Jan, 2008 - 08:25

Manchester United have hit back at a supporter’s claim that Old Trafford is like a “police state” which leaves supporters paralysed by fear.

United boss Sir Alex Ferguson compared the atmosphere at Tuesday’s Barclays Premier League win over Birmingham to a funeral, urging fans to back the team more vocally.

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