Manchester United supporters based in the UAE had a chance to congregate in Dubai to watch the Premier League club's home fixture against Chelsea on Sunday.
And even as the game ended in a somewhat anti-climactic 1-1 draw, pictures from the event suggest the #ILOVEUNITED event, held at Soho Beach DXB, on Al Meydan Road, was a success.
There were wild celebrations at the venue as Juan Mata opened the scoring in the 11th minute for United, who would have moved above Arsenal with victory and to within a point of Chelsea. Those hopes were dashed after United goalkeeper David de Gea's latest blunder allowed Marcos Alonso to equalise two minutes before half time. Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger hit a tame long-range effort that De Gea palmed into the path of the unmarked Alonso, who slotted home from an acute angle.
Fans got to hang out with United’s 1999 treble-winning team, including Denis Irwin, Andrew Cole and Dwight Yorke. For their part, the trio were there to provide pre-match views and post-match analysis of the game.
Aside from the live entertainment, there were plenty of giveaways and competitions, courtesy of the club’s commercial partners.
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The low down on MPS
What is myofascial pain syndrome?
Myofascial pain syndrome refers to pain and inflammation in the body’s soft tissue. MPS is a chronic condition that affects the fascia (connective tissue that covers the muscles, which develops knots, also known as trigger points).
What are trigger points?
Trigger points are irritable knots in the soft tissue that covers muscle tissue. Through injury or overuse, muscle fibres contract as a reactive and protective measure, creating tension in the form of hard and, palpable nodules. Overuse and sustained posture are the main culprits in developing trigger points.
What is myofascial or trigger-point release?
Releasing these nodules requires a hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure to release muscular shortness and tightness. This eliminates restrictions in connective tissue in orderto restore motion and alleviate pain. Therapy balls have proven effective at causing enough commotion in the tissue, prompting the release of these hard knots.
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