The normal rules of the regular season don't apply, allowing the surreal a look-in. Here we revisit some of the true oddities of United's history, with the help of Forgotten Fixtures, a book dedicated to the Reds' friendly games down the years...
This encounter proved a landmark for both sides in that it spanned two separate days. Starting at 10.15pm on 7 June, it finished at 12.05am on 8 June. “It may have been rather late - or should I say early - for football, but there is no doubt the customers left for home happy,” explained United full-back Johnny Carey.