During the current climate and the intensive focus on the disparity between race across the world. I think it would be a perfect opportunity for our club to celebrate our rich history of black footballers. I’m sure that many people are unaware that our first black player was Dennis Walker in 1963, and that Viv Anderson was the first Black player to play for England. We have had some amazing black club captains, such as Paul Ince, Rio Ferdinand, Patrice Evra, Antoino Valencia and recently Ashley Young. We currently have 23 black players in our squad. The Manchester United foundation does some great work in the community and this shouldn’t go un-noticed.
I think that the museum should dedicate a section to the rich tapestry and wonderful history that black footballers have dedicated to our club.
Dennis Walker, Manchester United’s first black player.
Viv Anderson, England’s first ever black player.
Paul McGrath. A legend.
Paul Ince celebrating the double.
York and Cole, Champions of Europe.
Rio Ferdinand, Fifa World club Champions.
Patrice Evra, Champions League Winner.
Icon.
The Academy
The future.