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Man United supporters invade Old Trafford pitch in protest against Glazer ownership

A group of Manchester United fans invaded the Old Trafford pitch in a demonstration against the team owners, the Glazer family, ahead of the Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday.

The protests started at the team hotel with around 1,000 supporters outside the Lowry Hotel, where the United team were staying.

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The game, which kicks off at 4.30 p.m. BST/11.30 a.m. ET, is likely to go ahead; the Premier League said COVID-19 protocols have not been breached as the supporters didn't reach the dressing rooms.