Manchester United Fans Disrupt Play With Tennis Ball Protest
Manchester United fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch at Old Trafford during a Champions League match against Roma, disrupting play before their team achieved a 3-2 comeback victory.
Elmira, NY, November 3, 2026 —
During a recent Champions League match at Old Trafford, play was temporarily disrupted when Manchester United fans began throwing tennis balls onto the pitch.
The protest action occurred during the game against Roma. The specific reasons for the fan protest were not detailed in the information provided.
The incident led to a halt in play as officials worked to clear the field of the foreign objects.
Following the disruption, Manchester United went on to achieve a 3-2 comeback victory in the match. Details regarding any disciplinary actions or further consequences for the protest were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JAMES ROBSON, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.
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