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Why are Manchester United called the Red Devils?

Manchester United are most commonly known as "the Red Devils", though they have taken on a slew of other nicknames throughout the history of the club.

It is "the Red Devils" moniker that has stuck, however, though its origin is interesting as the Manchester side weren't always associated with the nickname.

Goal takes a look at how Man Utd adopted the nickname, and how the logo ended up on the club's official club crest.

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Why are Man Utd known as "the Red Devils?"

Manchester United were actually known as "The Heathens" in the early days of the club, dating to when they were established in 1878.