A Footballing Guide For The City Of Manchester
Introduction
In recent years, Manchester City has become a more successful club in terms of Premier League titles and other domestic competitions. But there was a time when no club in the entire country came close to the success of Manchester United. Yes, we are talking about the Sir Alex Ferguson era. In fact, it is so legendary that recent watchers might consider it a myth. We are all familiar with superstar names such as Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and many more. But in his last few years as a manager, Sir Alex Ferguson won the Premier League title with Tom Cleverly in midfield. Can you even imagine that?
As we mentioned earlier, Manchester City has more silverware when compared to Manchester United in the past decade. The influx of money has helped the club to sign world-class talents from all world. From Sergio Aguero and David Silva to Kevin de Bruyne and Barnardo Silva, they have all managed to acquire top-notch players. In addition, they also have their homegrown talents in the lights of Phil Foden. And with a manager like Pep Guardiola, you have got the perfect recipe for success. So, in this article, let us discuss everything you need to know about the city before you get your Manchester United tickets.
Old Trafford — The Theatre Of Dreams
Every Manchester United fan knows the importance of Old Trafford in their life. Many experts consider this stadium as the “Mecca” of football. In case you haven’t got it, Old Trafford is the home ground of Manchester United. Through the years, the stadium has witnessed some of the most iconic games in the world of football.
Do you remember the famous hattrick from Brazilian Ronaldo during the Manchester United vs Real Madrid in 2003? The whole stadium gave a standing ovation to Ronaldo for his outstanding performance. Then, how can we forget the legendary bicycle kick of Wayne Rooney against Manchester City? So, if you want to know anything about Manchester United Summer Tour, visit Old Trafford.
Etihad Stadium
Most Manchester United fans consider Manchester City as noisy neighbours. But nowadays, Manchester City has seen substantial success in terms of silverware, player transfers, managers, and many more. In fact, in the past 10 years, Manchester City has won every domestic trophy in England, which includes F.A. Cup, English League Cup, Premier League, Community Shield, and more. European competitions are the only place where City needs to make an impact.
In this current season, City has reached the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League and faced Real Madrid. They won the first league 4–3 in Etihad Stadium — The home ground of Manchester City. But unfortunately, they conceded 2 late goals from Real Madrid in the second league at Santiago Bernabéu. The citizens lost the semi-final 6–5 on aggregate. However, if you are a City fan and want to visit Etihad Stadium, definitely check out Manchester City travel packages from Celtic horizon tours.
Manchester United Museum
One of the must-visit places for United fans is the Manchester United Museum. In fact, any football fan who travels to London wants to visit this iconic museum. And if you consider the success the club has achieved over the years, the hype around the museum is pretty much justified. Nowadays, Manchester United has become a global brand. The stadium tour (which is now can accumulate 76000 all thanks to the recent development) will lasts almost 90 minutes. From visiting the famous Sir Alex Ferguson stand to the changing rooms and dugout, the experience is truly unique. The stadium tour is so good that even non-football fans cannot deny the aura of the might Old Trafford — The theatre of dreams.
And when it comes to the Museum tour, you have to consider that Manchester United has a history of 130 years. The museum is filled with numerous trophies and iconic jerseys. From the 99’ season to Matt Busby years, the place is a paradise to a Manchester United fan. You can take photos with all these iconic memorabilia and learn stories about them. Over the years, some of the best players in world football have played in United, from George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton to David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo. See, visiting this museum will make you feel closer to the club. In addition, there is an education program for children upwards of primary, and the famous Red café won’t let you feel hungry. So, while visiting the city, make sure to include the museum under your Manchester United Tours.
National Football Museum
The national football museum is one of the most famous places to visit for any enthusiastic football fan. The four-floored museum contains some of the most celebrated moments in the history of world football. Many experts consider it the greatest collection from the footballing world. The museum is the permanent address for the FIFA collection, the FA collection, the Football League Collection, and many more. The museum works towards the conservation and preservation of such football memorabilia.
For instance, you can see the iconic 1966 world cup ball (the first and last world cup which was won by England). In addition, you can even witness the Sleeping Beckham work of art by Sam Taylor Wood and postcards of women football players from 1906. And perhaps one of the most famous memorabilia in the museum is the legendary Diego Maradona “Hand Of God” t-shirt from 1986. Apart from these, you can also find various opportunities to learn new facts and figures about the beautiful game. So, definitely include this place in your Manchester United tours.
Author Bio
Here, the author enthusiastically provides all the information that you need to know about the city of Manchester from a footballing perspective. All his life, he has been a diehard fan of Manchester United and works as a traveling guide. So, if you are planning to visit the city of Manchester, make sure to read the above article and take points.
