Fans Protest Glazer Ownership as Arsenal’s Title Hopes Dwindle After 1-1 Draw
In a dramatic Sunday afternoon clash at Old Trafford, Manchester United and Arsenal played out a tense 1-1 draw, but it was an X-rated message from a disgruntled fan that captured the attention of viewers worldwide.
The match, broadcast live on Sky Sports, saw Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes take another hit as they failed to secure a win against a struggling United side. Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring for the hosts with a stunning free-kick just before halftime, but Declan Rice’s 74th-minute equalizer ensured the points were shared. The result leaves Arsenal trailing league leaders Liverpool by 15 points with just 10 games remaining.
However, the post-match discussions quickly shifted from the on-field action to a bold protest by United fans. As players walked off the pitch, cameras caught a supporter holding up a sign that read: “Sell United and f*** off home.” The explicit message, clearly directed at the club’s controversial owners, the Glazer family, was broadcast to millions of viewers, sparking a wave of reactions on social media.
The protest was part of a larger demonstration by United fans, who gathered outside Old Trafford before the match to voice their frustration with the Glazers’ ownership. Inside the stadium, multiple signs criticizing the American family were visible, reflecting the growing discontent among the fanbase.
Social media erupted with comments about the X-rated sign, with one fan joking, “Haha, Sky fully showing that Glazers f*** off home sign.” Another praised the supporter, tweeting, “Well done to this man. ‘Sell United and f*** off home’—seen by the world.” A third added, “Let’s hope the Glazers saw it and for once read the room.”
Even the broadcast’s handling of the incident drew attention, with one viewer remarking, “Was stunned Sky left this on for so long. Superb work from the person with the sign and absolutely correct too.”
When asked about the protests after the match, United manager Ruben Amorim acknowledged the fans’ passion but remained focused on the team’s performance. “This club will never die, that is clear. You feel it in the streets,” he said. “This is a big business, and maybe all the fans in this league sometimes feel it is harder to go to the games and pay for tickets. We want to give them a lot of effort. In the future, we will not play like that.”
United will now turn their attention to the Europa League, where they face Real Sociedad in the second leg of the round of 16 on Thursday. Meanwhile, Arsenal will be left to reflect on what might have been as their title ambitions continue to fade.
As for the Glazers, the protests and the viral sign serve as a stark reminder that the pressure from fans shows no signs of easing.
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