Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.FC Midtjlland captain Tim Sparv has expertly trolled opponents Manchester United ahead of their Europa League Last 32 second-leg fixture tonight.
The Danish champions lead 2-1 from the first leg, and know a clean-sheet will see them through to an unlikley place in the Last 16 at the expense of the Premier League side.
Sparv, who has admitted to being a lifelong fan of United, could not resist a cheeky dig at the Old Trafford club before kick-off, posting a picture of the Midtjylland bus with the caption: "The bus is parked..."
Speaking to United's official website today, the 29-year-old revealed he could not wait to step foot on the hallowed Old Trafford turf.
“I'm sure it will be a fantastic occasion for everyone,” he says. “I've played at big stadiums before but there's something special about Old Trafford. I can't wait to step out on the grass and take a moment to savour it all. Maybe I'll even cut a piece of the grass, put it in a jar and take it home!
“Who knows, it could be my first and last time playing there. I'll try to enjoy it and I hope we'll get a result to make it even more memorable. I won't have too many friends coming to Manchester, just a couple and my dad who always travel to see me play. He's been everywhere to watch his son play.”
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments