It was interesting to see Sir Alex Ferguson sitting next to controversial Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer at Wembley on Saturday, with former chief executive David Gill on the Scot's other side.
Some have wondered whether the move was a PR stunt by the American, with both men having had little involvement on decision-making in recent times, or perhaps an attempt at human shielding — particularly given Ferguson's standing among United fans.
Regardless, there was a noticeable lack of anti-Glazer chanting at the match, which may well embolden Glazer and his equally unpopular brother Joel to retain a stake in the club, once the current takeover saga has finally concluded.