Man Utd and Leeds condemn chants about historic tragedies following Elland Road clash

Manchester United and Leeds United have issued a joint statement to condemn supporters of both clubs singing chants about historic tragedies during their meeting at Elland Road.

Sunday’s Premier League game, which was decided by late goals from Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho as the Red Devils ran out 2-0 winners, was overshadowed by unsavoury events off the pitch.

Grim chants referring to historic tragedies in Munich and Istanbul were audible throughout the match, with those responsible among both fanbases attracting widespread criticism on social media.

The historic rivals both addressed their supporters in the aftermath of the fixture, pledging to work with the Premier League and other authorities to prevent a repeat in the future.

“Both clubs strongly condemn chanting from both sets of fans regarding historic tragedies at today’s game,” the statement read.

“Such behaviour is completely unacceptable and we will continue to work together with our respective fan groups and the Premier League and other authorities on eradicating it from football.”

We strongly condemn chanting from both sets of fans regarding historic tragedies during today’s game.#MUFC || #LEEMUN

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 12, 2023