Thursday, January 10, 2008

Manchester United Announce South Africa Tour


The preparations for Manchester United's 2008/09 season will include a visit to South Africa, it has been revealed.

The reigning Premiership champions intend to fly out to the country on 19th July for a seven day excursion.

It is not yet known what United's match schedule will be there, but the tour will include those players not involved in Euro 2008, meaning of the likes of Wayne Rooney, Ryan Giggs and Rio Ferdinand will probably be present.

Sir Alex Ferguson will announce further details of the trip at a press conference next month, but in the mean time professed his delight at returning to South Africa.

"We really enjoyed our visit in 2006," said the Old Trafford boss. "The atmosphere in all the stadiums and the enthusiasm from the fans helped make for a great trip. All the facilities were first class and I am looking forward to returning."


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