My dad was definitely a major influence on me supporting United, same for my brother. He's half-Irish funnily enough.
Growing up in my area of Chester, you were limited to one of United or Liverpool. No other realistic option existed. You might spot the odd Everton or Leeds fan lurking about, but they were in short supply. Of course, you can't cross the street these days without multiple City shirts jumping out at ya, but that's a sign of the times I guess.
I'd imagine if it's different down south where you have a wide variety of clubs to choose between. I've done a fair bit of work in London, and the thing that stood out to me on my first visit was the sheer number of different football shirts on show. Now, whenever I think of London, I think of diversity.
Also gloves, why does everyone where gloves in London?
