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Spot these Man City players when they were kids

What's more competitive than football? A quiz, perhaps...

Danny Jones Danny Jones - 17th September 2023

We’re doing something different for this one and trying our hand at a quiz for you lot this time. I mean, who doesn’t love a good quiz?

The best part about this one is that you don’t need to leave the house to take part and if you still want to make it feel like you’re at a pub quiz without the threat of a potential hangover the next day, just get a couple of beers in and crack open at home.

Wow, we just got flashbacks of lockdown for a second there but don’t worry, you can still go outside, we promise!

So, without further ado, let’s get this show on the road and kick off the quiz: the aim of the game is as simple as 22 men kicking a ball around on a big field — see how many of these young footballers who went on to become Man City stars you can spot. Let’s do it.

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Guess the young Man City star

You might watch these lads kick a ball about every week, but can you recognise them before they became professionals?

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We need first and last name and correct spelling, please and thank you!

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1. Who is this future baller?

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2. And this one?

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3. Next up:

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4. And this little lad?

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5. What about this cheery chappy?

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6. This one might take a sec...

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7. Getting a bit harder now:

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8. Ok, let's go for a former Blue. Who's this?

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9. We'd recognise that frown anywhere — do you?

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10. Recognise this little star in the making?

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11. Getting towards the business end now. Who's this chap?

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12. *DJ Khaled voice*: 'Another one.'

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13. You should all be getting this one:

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14. Even more of you should be able to figure this one out...

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15. And last but not least:

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Either way, whether you’re a Man City fan or not, we hope you enjoyed our little quiz. After all, any quiz is good so long as you do well at it — that’s our motto.

If you did like it, let us know in the comments and, who knows, maybe we’ll do more of them…

And if you’re still fond of a proper pub quiz, there are plenty of places in and around Greater Manchester where you can enjoy one.

The best pub quizzes in and around Manchester

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Manchester United to wear special one-off shirt for important awareness campaign

Danny Jones Danny Jones Man United special one-off RED charity shirt

Just to pre-empt any Manchester United fans fearing they’re still in total delirium the next time they see that iconic red shirt, we can confirm it isn’t just your rose-tinted glasses deceiving you – the club will be wearing a special one-off shirt with a notable difference very soon.

All eyes may now be on Wednesday, 21 May but this limited edition kit has already caught the eye of many supporters for one very obvious reason.

In case you haven’t seen it for yourselves already, Man United have confirmed that both the men’s and women’s squads will be will be wearing a slight variation on their home shirt for their next two matches as part of a special campaign for an important charitable cause.

Joining forces with their usual primary shirt sponsors Snapdragon and global health campaigners Product RED, this one-off alternative strip will be unveiled on the pitch this week.

Product Red, or simply (RED) as it will read on the jersey itself, is a worldwide charity that’s been working to fight global health crises since 2006.

(RED)’s key aim is to end the AIDS epidemic and related injustices by raising money for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.

The organisation officially partnered with the club and Snapdragon back in January in an effort to help drive awareness and generate further backing for their work – it just so happens that teaming up with one the planet’s biggest brands and one synomyous with that colour made for the perfect collaboration.

With that in mind, putting together a one-off Man United kit with (RED) slap bang in the middle as is close to a commercial/charitable tap-in as you’re probably ever going to get.

Set to be debuted by Manchester United Women in their WSL fixutre against Arsenal this Saturday, 10 May and then again by Ruben Amorim’s side in the Premier League the following day (Sun, 11 May); plus, a select few limited edition replicas shirts will be made available for fans to purchase.

It goes without saying that given the nature of the front-of-shirt sponsor swap, these will no doubt become somewhat of a special item among kit collectors from the off.

More importantly, however, the funds raised through selling these one-off Man United shirts will provide much-needed income for the non-profit and their crucial efforts.

The unveiling of the comes not long after the bedlam that ensued inside Old Trafford during the second leg against Athletic Club, in which United booked their return trip back to Bilbao for the Europa League final, leaving plenty of fans of seeing nothing but the colour red ever since.

MUWFC also sealed their spot in the Women’s Champions League next season to with an important point in the Manchester Derby this past weekend, confirming a finish above Man City this year.

Safe to say it’s been a good few days to be a (RED).

A massive Manchester United fan zone is being set up for the Europa League final
The shirt might be a one-off but Reds will be hoping for another equally special European night very soon.

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AO Arena to host huge Europa League Final fan zone after Manchester United victory

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Manchester’s legendary AO Arena will once again host an almighty football fan zone later this year, welcoming in fans for the Europa League Final.

The huge venue previously hosted a Road to Victory fan zone for the Euros, and is now ready to replicate all the atmosphere and excitement of the beautiful game once again.

This time it’s in honour of Manchester United, who romped their way into the Europa League Final this evening with a spectacular 4-1 victory (7-1 on aggregate) over Athletic Club.

The Red Devils will be heading to that same team’s home stadium of San Mamés in Bilbao in Spain on 21 May 2025, and you’ll be able to watch all the action right here at home in Manchester.

The AO Arena Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be presented by Red Square.

If you think that name rings a bell, you’re right: they’re the same folks behind the regular events held over at Victoria Warehouse for any big United games, and 21 May will be no different – other than being arguably their biggest date ever.

There’ll be space for thousands upon thousands of football fans who’ll be able to watch Ruben Amorim’s side potentially take home their first piece of silverware since his arrival.

And, of course, a spot in the UEFA Champions League.

If you saw the scenes at Road to Victory in the AO during Euro 2024, you’ll know how unbelievable a venue this is to watch the footy.

As the promoters have billed it: “Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of the Europa League Final, presented by Red Square.

“Join us for an unforgettable event as we bring together passionate Manchester United fans for the largest indoor fan park extravaganza ever witnessed!​​​​

“MANCHESTER UNITED head to the UEL final on Wednesday, 21st May – Secure your tickets now!”

The Europa League Final Screening & Fan Zone will be at the AO Arena on 21 May.

You can book your spot HERE.

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