The joy of following Manchester United away

And while fans aren’t able to follow, follow, follow the Reds to Rome or Mandalay at the moment, it got this season-ticket holder thinking about what makes an away day following United across the country or the continent such a special experience.

You never forget your first away.

Sure, you never forget your first game at Old Trafford either.

But if going to the Theatre of Dreams is like your United baptism – your entry to the faith – then travelling away with the Red Army is like getting your driving licence. Or going on that first night out with your mates at the age of 18 – or maybe even a little earlier.