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United announce Munich anniversary plans

* Minute’s silence to be observed at game against Huddersfield
* Special ceremony to be held at Old Trafford on Tuesday 6 February

Manchester United will pay its respects to all the victims of the Munich Air Disaster with commemorations at Old Trafford to mark the 60th anniversary of the tragedy.

Players, staff and supporters will observe a minute’s silence ahead of kick-off in the Premier League game against Huddersfield Town on Saturday 3 February.

Fans will pay their respects outside the ground on the same day, from 13.30 GMT, with their annual event consisting of readings and prayers, along with a rendition of 'the Flowers of Manchester' song under the Munich plaque at the south-east corner of the Old Trafford forecourt.