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Women's Aid warn Manchester United and the FA that the 'world is watching' as they deal with Mason Greenwood case after footballer's arrest for rape and assault

Manchester United and the Football Association have been warned that the ‘world is watching’ as they deal with domestic violence and rape accusations made against Mason Greenwood.

Greenwood was tonight in police custody after being arrested following allegations of rape and assault made on social media. The 20-year-old has been suspended by United with immediate effect.

And tonight domestic violence charities told Sportsmail that football’s response to Greenwood’s arrest would be scrutinised across the globe.

Farah Nazeer, chief executive of the Women’s Aid charity, said: ‘We at Women’s Aid share the shock and distress of everyone who has heard the recording and seen the visuals of Mason Greenwood’s alleged abuse.