Manchester United have modified Old Trafford to accommodate 23,500 socially-distanced spectators, the Premier League club have said. United’s chief operating officer Collette Roche is convinced fans could safely attend games in person and says the ongoing ban due to the Covid-19 pandemic is “bemusing”. Manchester United chief operating officer Collette Roche believes up to 23,500 socially distanced fans could safely watch matches at Old Trafford. Fans have their temperatures checked on arrival prior to the beginning of the Scottish Premiership match at the Global Energy Stadium, Dingwall. I’m convinced that would be able to do so safely.”United’s plans would see staggered arrival times for fans and temperature checks before entry to the stadium.

Source: Express October 28, 2020 14:03 UTC