Manchester United legends have been helping in the community aiding elderly fans during the coronavirus pandemic. The disease has forced the country into lockdown, with people urged only to leave their homes for essentials.
However, for some, it has left them isolated and United have reached out to 3,000 supporters during these unprecedented times.
Bryan Robson, Gary Pallister and Andy Cole have been keeping in touch with elderly fans to keep the club connected. Collette Roche, chief operating officer, explained the idea behind the calls.
She said: “We all recognise how difficult a time this is for many of our fans, particularly elderly ones in isolation. "A simple phone-call can brighten someone’s day so we’ve put in place a plan to call