Manchester United are planning a special pre-match display for the Europa League clash against Lyon.
Earlier this week, Manchester United confirmed that a tifo banner will be displayed at Old Trafford for the first time in the stadium’s history.
The pre-match display is designed to help generate a fiery atmosphere before what is considered United’s most important match of the season.
Club captain Bruno Fernandes has approved the display, with fans urged to arrive early at Old Trafford to play their part.
But it seems there could even be a guest appearance from Masters winner Rory McIlroy.
Rory McIlroy in England ahead of Man United vs Lyon
Boyhood Manchester United fan Rory McIlroy is planning a visit to Old Trafford after his incredible Masters win this week.
Just a few days later, Ruben Amorim invited McIlroy to Old Trafford to celebrate his victory and spread the winning feeling across the stadium.
McIlroy’s busy schedule makes a United visit difficult, but it seems he could make an appearance as early as Thursday evening.
According to The Mirror, McIlroy has touched down in England at Farnborough Airport with flight trackers following his journey from Florida.
It is the latest hint that the 35-year-old golf star could make a guest appearance at Old Trafford before the crucial Lyon clash.
What Man United are planning in pre-match Lyon display
Ineos have recognised that the season hinges on beating Lyon and booking a spot in the Europa League final, so extra preparations are going into the pre-match build-up.
United’s statement revealed that alongside a tifo banner in the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand, there will be red-and-white pyrotechnics used to fire up the sold-out Old Trafford crowd.
The exact details of the tifo banner have been kept secret, with fan representatives working closely with club officials to organise the display.
McIlroy could parade his green jacket around Old Trafford before the pre-match display, or the Northern Irishman could make a visit later down the line.
Either way, United are doing everything in their power to build up a fiery atmosphere for the crucial Lyon clash.
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