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Pakistani speedster Shaheen Shah Afridi recently enjoyed a memorable visit to the iconic Old Trafford Football Stadium in Manchester. In a heartening gesture, Manchester United welcomed Afridi with a customized jersey, proudly emblazoned with his name and the number 10 on the back. This jersey number holds special significance for Afridi as it was inherited from his father-in-law, the legendary Shahid Afridi.
Shaheen Shah Afridi’s Old Trafford Experience and Custom Jersey
The visit comes at a time when Shaheen Shah Afridi has been navigating a challenging period in his cricketing career. Having struggled with form throughout the year, he managed to secure only five wickets across four games in the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Despite this setback, Afridi remains a key figure in Pakistan’s bowling attack and is set to return to action in the first Test against Bangladesh on August 21.
Manchester United took to social media to celebrate Afridi’s visit, posting images of the Pakistani pacer with the caption: “The Eagle has landed 🦅. Great to see you at the Theatre of Dreams, @IShaheenAfridi10 — you’re welcome back anytime.” The gesture highlights the warm relationship between sports icons across different disciplines and showcases Manchester United’s appreciation for the cricketing star.
Afridi’s visit to Old Trafford was a refreshing break after a taxing World Cup campaign and a reminder of the support and admiration he commands beyond the cricket field.
