Manchester United Fans Swap Jerseys for Black: "It's Not Mourning, It's Fashion!" In a bewildering turn of events, Manchester United fans took to the streets this weekend, but instead of the usual red jerseys, they sported black attire to express their collective fashion statement—or was it a protest? Confused pundits now wonder if the club’s supporters have started a new trend in mourning chic or if they genuinely feel like the soul of their beloved team has been sent to the bench for an indefinite period. Gathering outside Old Trafford, the red army of supporters, armed with flares and fervor, proclaimed, "We're not mourning, just desperate for new owners!” They marched through the streets, creating a swirl of black fabric that might've registered on the fashion radar but definitely missed one for footballing spirit. With ticket prices soaring amidst declining performances and job cuts, fans have finally concluded that the club is not only in a crisis but has apparently mistaken its identity as a catwalk. “Why waste money on overpriced jerseys when you can look stylish in black?” said one fan as he adjusted his sleek mourning attire, strictly adhering to the unspoken protest fashion code. A tide of banners reading “New Owners, Please!” floated above the black-clad crowd, with one particularly artistic piece depicting the club’s hopes as a deflated balloon. Meanwhile, chants of "We're not dead yet!" rang through the air, mixing confused sentiments of determination and despair. It’s unclear if the sentiments echoed their feelings about the club’s performance or the attempted revival of waistcoats as a retro trend. As the march progressed, many supporters expressed their concern that the cost of fuel might soon surpass the cost of attending a game. “At this point, we could be riding to the stadium on hoverboards! At least that would be a fashionable way to watch our team plummet,” quipped another fan. The creative protest went viral, with social media influencers keen to capture the moment, transforming the effort into a choreographed runway walk. In an exasperating twist, some even began to discuss the potential for a “Man Utd Black Collection” line to accompany their protest—“outrageously overpriced, of course,” they added, shaking heads in understanding at the irony. As the game against Arsenal loomed, spectators in black appeared more engrossed in their shirts' cutting-edge texture than the match itself, perhaps signaling a new chapter for Manchester United: part football club and part avant-garde fashion brand. While the outcome of the game remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Manchester United fans have found a way to express their frustration while staying undeniably stylish. Whether they will cheer for a comeback or cheer for a new owner in the latest fall line remains to be seen, but this season, black is definitely the color of choice.