Harry Maguire sends powerful message about Manchester United history amid Munich tributes

Harry Maguire says it is important Manchester United continue to mark the anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster and educate all players on its significance.

This Sunday marks the 64th anniversary of the tragedy in which 23 people lost their lives on 6 February 1958.

United will commemorate the disaster with a memorial service taking place under the Munich plaque at Old Trafford from 14:40 GMT to remember all of those who sadly lost their lives.

“It’s a really important day every year when it’s the anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, which was a huge tragedy," Maguire told official club media.

“But it’s a tragedy from which the club has built a lot of its tradition and foundations, and it shows its togetherness with the fans when the anniversary comes around.

“The club, in general, has shown a huge togetherness over the years, in rising again and showing spirit.”

The club captain also highlighted how important it is that every player who represents the club is aware of the legacy of the crash.

He added: “It’s so important to find out about the history of the club, because that’s a lot of what the tradition is built on.

"It’s definitely important that anyone who signs for the club finds out about our history. That’s a big part of [signing for United].

“When you join the club you learn about what happened [at Munich], and the story behind it all. Because obviously it’s such a big, important day in the history of this club

“This club has so much history, but that in particular is such an important day. For us as a club to build together and to build in that spirit.”