The draw for the third round of the FA Cup held an unforgettable moment for Salford City, a team from the English 4th division. The club, which belongs to the Manchester region and is owned by several Manchester United legends such as David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and the Neville brothers, will face the powerful Manchester City in the next stage of the competition.
The reaction of Salford City fans and staff, upon learning that they would play at the home of the English champions, was marked by an explosion of enthusiasm. The opportunity to compete with one of the best teams in the world at the Etihad Stadium is a milestone for the club, which sees this match not just as a challenge, but as an occasion to celebrate football and attract even more attention to the project led by former Etihad players. United.
The duel will be particularly symbolic, given the contrast between the two clubs and their histories. For Salford, it will be a way to show courage and determination against the giants from the neighboring city, in a match that promises to be exciting for both players and fans.
