Why United played a home game at Goodison

With Old Trafford badly damaged during the bombing that took place in the Second World War, United were forced to groundshare with Manchester City's Maine Road.

However, there was an issue when the 1947/48 FA Cup fourth-round draw took place as both teams were handed home ties. Matt Busby's men would face his former club Liverpool, while City were to host Chelsea.

With all the ties kicking off on a Saturday, a venue was required for the battle against the Merseysiders.

It was reported that it was an expression of Busby's confidence in his charges that he agreed to stage the fixture on Liverpool's doorstep, and he certainly had the backing of the club's fans, who prepared to make an exodus to…