Old Trafford was dubbed the ‘Theatre of Streams’ as Manchester United’s notorious leaky roof unleashed torrents of water onto fans’ seats and cascaded down the terraces like a river.
The downpour through the stadium’s leaky roof summed up a dismal day for Manchester United fans following their defeat by Arsenal.
Following a record ninth home loss of the season, as Erik ten Hag’s struggling side fell 1-0 to the title-chasing Gunners, Old Trafford was engulfed by rainwater, exacerbating the already bleak atmosphere.
Fans, disheartened by the team’s poor performance and the dilapidated state of the stadium, vented their frustration, chanting “we want Glazers out” as rainwater poured down onto seats adjacent to the pitch.
Videos and images shared on social media depicted the chaotic scenes at Old Trafford, with fans drawing comparisons between the ground’s leaks and the team’s porous defense. The stadium’s nickname, ‘The Theatre of Dreams,’ was ironically replaced with ‘Theatre of Streams,’ reflecting the deluge of rainwater inundating the venue.
Despite promises of renovation from new part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Old Trafford’s structural issues persist, mirroring the defensive frailties of the team. As rival supporters mocked the club’s predicament, the sight of rainwater gushing through the stadium served as a poignant metaphor for Manchester United’s current struggles.
