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Manchester United
Old Trafford
Away Fans
Away supporters are located in one corner of the ground, taking up part of
the East and South stands. The view from the away sections are excellent
and up to 3,000 away supporters can be accommodated. Entrance into the
stadium is gained by first being searched by a steward and then placing
your ticket into an electronic bar code reader. It is then up a few
flights of rather steep stairs to the concourse. Although the concourse
looks a little cramped, it is adequate and there seems to be enough food
and drinks outlets that the queues never seem to get too long. These sell a range of Shire Foods pies
at £2.20 (but alas no balti pies) and other refreshments. Alcohol is
available in the form of bottles of Budweiser and cans of Tetley beer
(£2.80). The Club also offer a 'beer and a pie' for £4.50. At the far end
of the concourse is a large flat screen television showing Sky Sports. I
don't know whether it is the American influence at Old Trafford, but I
noticed on my last visit that after buying food or drink, that the
attendant would always say; 'Enjoy the game' on giving back your change.
The away fans section is set back from the pitch as there is a disabled
area to its front. The leg room between rows is a little tight, as well as
the space between the seats themselves. This results in most away fans
standing throughout the game. The good thing though, is that the away fans can
really make some noise from this part of the stadium.
As you probably know Old Trafford is billed as the 'Theatre Of Dreams' and
is certainly one of the best grounds in the country. However, if you have
never been there before, be prepared to be a little disappointed, as the
reality will probably not meet your pre-conceived expectations. Getting
tickets for Man Utd home games is pretty difficult even if you are a
member of the club, so make sure you have tickets before you travel.
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