Man United fans fly in to meet legends in KL
KUALA LUMPUR: Manchester United’s enduring global appeal was on full display at the Malaysia Airlines Pavilion at the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair 2026 today, with more than 500 fans turning up to meet club legends Park Ji-sung, Wes Brown and Edwin van der Sar.
KUALA LUMPUR: Manchester United's global fan base was evident at the Malaysia Airlines Pavilion during the MATTA Fair 2026, where over 500 fans gathered to meet club legends Park Ji-sung, Wes Brown, and Edwin van der Sar. The event attracted supporters from Malaysia and overseas, highlighting the English Premier League's worldwide following.
One dedicated fan, Sydney-based collector Adam Schwereb, flew from Australia to attend the gathering, expressing the rare opportunity to meet his football heroes. Schwereb, a longtime supporter, noted that such events allow fans unable to travel to England to interact with their idols. Young Vietnamese enthusiast Nguyen Danh Truong, 12, traveled with his father to attend the meet-and-greet, as it was the primary motivation for their trip.
Bryan Foong, CEO of Malaysia Aviation Group, attributed the strong turnout to Manchester United's extensive global fan support and their three-year partnership with the club, which has significantly enhanced the airline's presence internationally.
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