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April 21, 2006

FC United of Manchester - Promoted

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FC United of Manchester have secured promotion from the North West Counties Second Division in their inaugural season. The club was formed by rebel MUFC supporters angered by the Malcolm Glazer takeover, and the Gigg Lane club have taken their division by storm.

FC United of Manchester have secured promotion in their very first season.

Formed in 2005, the 'breakaway' club have cruised through North West Counties Second Division and confirmed their first step up the league ladder with a 4-0 win at Chadderton. The result was FCUM's 25th victory of the season from 33 league games and look certain to secure the divisional title in the forthcoming weeks.

The club have received plenty of media coverage following the controversial decision from many loyal United supporters to 'break' with their old club. Crowds as high as 4,328 have flocked to Gigg Lane in opposition to the Malcolm Glazer takeover and the commercialisation of the beautiful game.

"When you look back as far as trials day in July it is amazing how far we have come," said manager Karl Marginson, a part-time grocer.

"The planning for next season probably began about four months ago. We have to enjoy what we have achieved but then look at the next challenge."

Something of an ongoing battle between many United supporters and FC followers has continued throughout the season. Whilst some fans have attended games at Old Trafford and Gigg Lane, some MUFC backers have accused those who jumped ship as being traitors and anti-FCUM banners have even been spotted at European away games.

ManUtdWeb made the decision to remain with Manchester United Football Club despite our opposition to the proposals of the Glazer takeover and the growing dominance big business holds over football. However, we'd like to congratulate FC United of Manchester on their successes during the inaugural season. Whether the momentum on and off the pitch can continue next season remains to be seen, but good luck to 'little United' in the North West Counties First Division.

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