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How angry Man United fans managed to break into Old Trafford

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Manchester United fans protest against their owners before the Manchester United v Liverpool Premier League match - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - May 2, 2021, Manchester United fans on the pitch in protest against their owners [Reuters, Carl Recine]

Manchester United have released a statement detailing how fans were able to break through security and access the pitch at Old Trafford Stadium on Sunday.

The mouthwatering Premier League matchday 34 fixture between Man United and Liverpool scheduled for Sunday had to be delayed, then postponed following protests by fans against the club's owners.

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