Worry covers Man United because of the terrible terrorist attack

(Baonghean.vn) - On the evening of May 22, a bomb exploded at a stadium in Manchester during a concert. Right at the time the final match was about to take place, MU coach Jose Mourinho encouraged his players to do something for the people of Manchester.

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Manchester United's training session ahead of the final against Ajax Amsterdam was quiet and tired. After news of the terrorist attack that killed 22 people and injured many others, UEFA confirmed that the match will go ahead as scheduled at the Arena Friends stadium next Wednesday night local time.

However, the match will have more security measures and a minute's silence will be held for the victims. At the same time, performances by Swedish artists such as Axwell and Ingrosso will not take place as planned. As for the Man United players, they will take to the field with their arms wrapped in black cloth.

Manchester United players went to training in a confused and sad mood. Photo: Getty

Coach Mourinho's pre-match press conference was also cancelled by the Old Trafford team. However, the 54-year-old strategist still had his own messages and emphasis to send to his students and fans:

“We are deeply saddened by what has happened. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. Although I have only been here for a short time, I know that the people of Manchester will come together as one.”

“We have a duty to fly to Sweden to prepare for the final. It is a pity that we cannot go there with the happiness that we always have before a big match,” said Mourinho.

Some of the United players were said to be visibly affected by the event, but there was a general feeling that they all wanted to do something meaningful for the city.

Ajax coach Peter Bosz spoke of his views and started the press conference with a deep sympathy for his club.

“On behalf of the players and staff, Ajax would like to express our sympathy to the victims, who unfortunately suffered yesterday. I hope it will be a neutral final. Tomorrow night will be a football party, but because of the events in Manchester, we are all affected, especially when we are playing Manchester. It is terrible. That is my sincere feeling,” said Ajax coach Peter Bosz.

United Executive Vice President Ed Woodward also responded on the club's television channel that the team is paralyzed by the effects of this unfortunate terrorist attack. And to have the most humane action, the parties will agree with UEFA to have a meaningful memorial service to pray for the victims.

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(According to Independent)