Manchester United fans are organising a mass walk-out at Old Trafford in protest against the club's owners, the Glazer family. The demonstration is planned for the 58th minute of the Premier League fixture against Wolves on February 1, a symbolic choice as that match coincides with the anniversary of the Munich air disaster.
Organisers hope thousands of supporters will leave their seats to send a strong message against executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward and the Glazers' ownership. Discontent reached a peak after United's shock 2-0 home defeat to Burnley on Wednesday, which saw tens of thousands of fans leave early and sing anti-Glazer songs.
The protest follows years of frustration over the Glazers' leveraged takeover in 2005, which has seen an estimated £1 billion taken out of the club in dividends. Fans believe a change of ownership is necessary for United to regain its former dominance.
Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remains confident of the board's backing, stating that conversations with the club have been positive and that he will stick to his plan. The walk-out is set to be the most significant fan protest yet, with the Wolves game being United's next home fixture after upcoming cup matches.
