How the Man Utd Foundation marked Black History Month 2022

Young players from the girls, boys and inclusion teams took part in fun activities, during which they had to answer questions about and identify iconic black players from United’s history. To the children’s delight, one of the answers was in fact their special guest Tony, as one of the first black players to represent the Reds in the 1960s.

Ryan, nine, who attends the weekly football sessions, was very excited to meet a pioneering footballer. “Tonight was all about passion, and working together as a team,” he said. “It was amazing to have an ex-United player come to see us and talk to us about Black History – there should be no racism in football.

Tony said: “It’s very important to educate young people at this age and for them to understand the history of black people in our country. It was great to see them get involved in the game about black footballers, including myself! It’s really important to make it fun for the youngsters too – very impressive.