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Manchester United supporters to be handed red blankets by Rostov fans in gesture of goodwill from hosts

It will be a case of from Russia, with love, when Manchester United’s small band of travelling supporters arrive at the Olimp-2 for their clash with FC Rostov on Thursday night.

That is because a group of home fans will be at the away turnstiles armed with gifts for their visitors.

Around 10-12 FC Rostov fans will be handing out red blankets to the United followers who have made the long trek to the south of Russia for the Europa League match.

Manchester United are in Rostov ahead of Thursday night's Europa League last 16 clash
Manchester United are in Rostov ahead of Thursday night's Europa League last 16 clash

Aside from ensuring that the travelling support stay warm, the gifts are a gesture of goodwill from the hosts.