"Manchester United fans displayed a MUFC proudly colonised by immigrants' banner at Old Trafford in response to a controversial interview given by the club's minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe last month. Ratcliffe was criticised by figures including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham after saying in an interview with Sky News that the UK had been colonised by immigrants who were costing too much money."
"Fans held the banner aloft as players emerged for the second half at Old Trafford. It included pictures of several players, including current captain Bruno Fernandes, former player and manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer, and Eric Cantona. Also pictured were Park Ji-sung, Patrice Evra and current players Amad Diallo and Casemiro."
Manchester United supporters displayed a banner at Old Trafford reading 'MUFC proudly colonised by immigrants' in response to controversial remarks made by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ratcliffe faced criticism from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and other officials after stating in a Sky News interview that the UK had been colonised by immigrants who were costing excessive money. The banner, held during the second half of a match against Crystal Palace, featured images of several players including Bruno Fernandes, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Eric Cantona, Park Ji-sung, Patrice Evra, Amad Diallo, and Casemiro. Ratcliffe has become increasingly unpopular since acquiring a stake in the club in late 2023.
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