Manchester United v Cardiff City: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer given raucous welcome on return to Old Trafford
The former striker takes an opposing team to Old Trafford for the first time
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was given a warm welcome by Manchester United fans tonight, despite returning to Old Trafford as a rival.
The Norwegian was facing his former team for the first time since he was appointed as manager of Cardiff City.
Solskjaer was welcomed with applause as he came out of the tunnel before a big cheer as the 1999 Champions League Final goal scorer's name was read out.
That was followed by chants of 'Ole, Ole, Ole' from around Old Trafford before a rendition of 'You are my Solskjaer, my only Solskjaer'.
Fred the Red was even on hand to give the Cardiff City manager a high five.
Despite the warm reception, Solskjaer would have been looking to keep his focus on picking up some points having seen his team slip into the relegation zone since replacing Malky Mackay.
That wasn't made any easier when Manchester United took a 1-0 lead, triggering fans to begin more Solskjaer related chants including 'Who put the ball in the Germans' net' and the 'Shearer song'.
(Addition reporting by Sam Wallace)
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments