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Academy host trailblazer event

The enrichment programme event celebrated the heritage of the club’s players throughout its history.

Last season’s education initiative celebrated the life and career of United’s first black player, Dennis Walker. This year, the group worked together to create a heritage XI consisting of former Reds from 11 different countries.

Former Red Denis Irwin attended the session and spoke to the group about the trailblazers who were the first to play for United from each continent.

Irwin also discussed his experiences of playing in a multicultural team, as more international players began to arrive at Old Trafford during his career.