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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Manchester United women’s team mock long-suffering fan with ‘haircut’ celebration

Elisabeth Terland of Manchester United celebrates scoring her teams first goal with teammate Maya Le Tissier - (Manchester United via Getty Imag)

Manchester United’s Elisabeth Terland and Maya Le Tissier playfully mocked long-suffering supporter Frank Ilett by pretending to chop off their ponytails while celebrating a goal in the 3-0 win at Atletico Madrid.

Ilett, known as the United Strand, has vowed to not cut his hair until United win five games in a row. He began his challenge in October 2024, with the team missing the chance to record their fifth successive win as they were held by West Ham on Tuesday.

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