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Manchester City adds humanoid robots to fan experience

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Manchester City FC announced Wednesday it had formed a partnership with China-based UBTECH Robotics to bring humanoid robots to the stadium and online to enhance the fan experience.

UBTECH designs and manufactures the robots, which can talk and sing and dance, among other features.

“Partnering with UBTECH, who are a world leader in their field and share our passion for innovation and cooperation, is a natural fit for Manchester City,” group chief commercial officer Tom Glick said in a statement.