The passion for football has led to countless curious stories. But in England, the birthplace of the sport, a heartwarming mix of fervor for a team's colors and a sense of humor has emerged in recent months, going viral. Manchester United, one of the country's biggest clubs, has long struggled to be among the favorites to win the Premier League (they haven't won it since 2013). red devils They also haven't been regular fixtures in the Champions League knockout rounds lately, a tournament they haven't participated in since 2008. Nevertheless, the stands at Old Trafford continue to fill up every weekend with fans eager to relive past glories. There are also fans around the world longing to taste that glory once more. Among this expatriate following is Frank Ilett, a supporter of the team living in Castellón, Spain, who went viral for vowing not to cut his hair until Manchester United won five consecutive matches.

"I'm Marcus Rashford, a Black man from Withington and Wythenshawe, South Manchester. If I have nothing else, I have this," the English footballer, who arrives in Barcelona under scrutiny for his off-field issues at Manchester United.