If you’re a Manchester United fan, we’re sure there were plenty of memorable scenes for you atthe semi-final on Sunday, but nothing quite beats a barber giving someone a haircut in the middle of the gameat Wembley.
In case you haven’t seen the viral videos doing the rounds already — and for reasons that were entirely unknown to us until now — a United fan was spotted being treated to a full-on trim, hairdressing gown and everything, while the Red Devils were playing Brighton in the capital this weekend.
No, we’re not joking: while both teams were vying for a place in the FA Cup final, one man was randomly receiving a haircut from his mate as supporters around them looked on in confusion and cracking up.
The prices at Wembley are already ridiculously steep, god knows how much the haircut package would come to.
Although we fully concede it’s probably one of the oddest things ever captured in the crowd at a football match, there’s actually a fairly clever albeit still undeniably funny reason behind it.
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After looking closely at the branding on the gown itself and doing some digging, we not only found the barber responsible but soon stumbled upon his barbershop and grooming services’ social media page.
Yes, this was a simple marketing stunt from the hairdresser and the company he works for — and we use the word ‘simple’ very lightly as we’re sure it wasn’t exactly straightforward getting a pair of clippers, scissors and all the rest of it into the stadium.
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17-year-old barber Imad, who goes by @_5starcuts on Instagram, is based out of Hertfordshire and works out of a David Lloyds gym and spa. As a result of his comical bit of advertising, his bookings are said to have “tripled in the 12 hours” following the game. Genius.
While many online branded it “attention-seeking” and just plain “weird behaviour”, we think it’s a clever little idea that has got thousands talking and evidently given the business huge exposure.
Not only did the teenage United fan go along to watch his team win a massive game, but the evidently creative young entrepreneur has also given his brand a massive boost with just one haircut.
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To be honest, we’re just glad to have finally made some sense out of it.
Moreover, it appears the fellow United fan who received the haircut from the business-savvy barber was plenty involved in the process too, as he recently shared an extended video of the viral Wembley trim.
Featured Image — @penthousebarbers (via IG)/AKIVISON(via YouTube)/@UtdEIIis (via Twitter)
Sport
Manchester United home kit for 2026/27 ‘leaked’ online in unboxing video
Danny Jones
Manchester United’s new home kit for the 2026/27 campaign has reportedly been leaked online in a YouTuber’s unboxing video ahead of next season.
We know fake shirts and dupes can be pretty accurate these days, but it looks very much like this could be the real deal.
Shared by dedicated football kit reviewer, ‘Retro Man‘, who has seemingly revealed the latest Man United jersey, this unveiling lines up with the previously rumoured designs circulated on social media.
A Red Devil himself, the creator has teased previous releases that turned out to be true in the past, so we’ll leave it up to all of you to decide how bona fide you think this supposed home strip is. Ever-reliable footy fashion peers, Footy Headlines, have also shared these images:
Uploaded to the channel on 25 April, Retro Man did a full overview of the United 26/27 home shirt, highlighting key features such as a red-forward collar with black and white accents.
That same trim is repeated on the ends of the sleeves – reminiscent of the 2011/12 iteration, only differing in the more crew neck style – and the back of the neck now simply reads “UNITED”.
It is worth noting that this is specifically the replica shirt that most fans will purchase.
Should it prove to be the genuine article, this will be the 11th Manchester United kit by adidas since they returned as manufacturers over a decade ago, a.k.a. the start of the Louis van Gaal era.
Retro Man has since posted another video showing off what he claims to be the ‘authentic’ version, too; you can check it out in more detail down below.
Looks pretty legit…
As you can see, the official player edition that will be worn on the pitch by actual United squad members (though they are still available to purchase by the public) appears to hold some key distinctions.
Besides some differences around the panelling and stitching, there is also a noticeable textured section along large sections of the interwoven fabric as part of the brand’s breathable and trademark ‘Climacool’ technology.
Elsewhere, the badge itself also looks to have a more embossed/raised finish. If this is the real deal, what do you make of it?
This isn’t the only United kit that’s caught some attention of late, either:
Featured Images — Retro Man (screenshots via YouTube)
Sport
A League Of Their Own LIVE is coming to Manchester
Danny Jones
The inaugural live tour version of A League Of Their Own Live Tour is heading out across the UK, with a big Manchester show booked on the list of dates.
For fans of the hit sports-based TV show on Sky, this will be the first time ever that the A League Of Their Own (ALOTO) cast will be presenting, performing and cracking plenty of jokes in front of a proper live audience.
There’s no stopping and resetting to get the shot with this production: just them and the crowds up and down the country – we know you won’t let the side down, Manchester.
Booking one of the city’s biggest and most storied live entertainment spaces, we have every faith they’ll make it a night to remember.
A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN LIVE TOUR
The hit TV show announces its first-ever live arena tour! Hosted by Jamie Redknapp!
As you can see, already confirmed to be taking part in the live adaptation of the panel show are regular co-hosts Jamie Redknapp and Jill Scott, as well as some of the big names.
In addition to famous former sports personalities like Manchester United defender Patrice Evra and ex-boxer Tony Bellew, they will also be joined by comedians Tom Davies and Maisie Adam.
Massive football fans themselves, who have both been part of the ALOTO cast in the past, it’s a funny lineup, for sure.
While the main presenter, Romesh Ranganathan, has not been confirmed as part of the touring crew, it’s worth noting that the lineup could change closer to the time. We wouldn’t be surprised if they have some special guests up their sleeves for one or two of the shows, either…
Please let us see ‘Wazza’ roped in to recreate this moment:
Speaking of the dates, you can see all the shows – including the Manchester this coming autumn – currently announced down below:
A League Of Their Own Live Tour dates – 2026
Friday, 4 September – M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool
Saturday, 5 September – AO Arena, Manchester
Tuesday, 8 September – OVO Arena Wembley, London
Friday, 11 September – Utilita Arena, Newcastle upon Tyne
Monday, 14 September – bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham
Thursday, 17 September – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
As detailed above, early access can be enjoyed either for Three Mobile members or via the venue’s official presale window, which opens at 10am this Thursday, 30 April.
Meanwhile, general admission tickets go live at the same time the following Friday (1 May); you can get ready to grab yours right HERE.
Danny Jones -
26th April 2023 
