Omonia Nicosia fans take over Shambles Square ahead of United Europa League clash

Shambles Square was a sea of green and white this afternoon, with hundreds of Omonia Nicosia supporters in good spirits ahead of their side's Europa League clash against United this evening.

Cypriot footy fans were in full voice as they enjoyed a few jars in the city centre ahead of their trip to Old Trafford. They were even lucky enough to catch a glimpse of that rarest of phenomena - a bit of Manchester sunshine.

United will take on Omonia Nicosia in the Europa League at Old Trafford at 8pm.

The Reds defeated Omonia 3-2 in Cyprus last week. It was far from straightforward for United, despite Erik ten Hag's side being heavy favourites entering the contest. Omonia took an early lead, before the Reds made a comeback.

Marcus Rashford scored two goals, while Anthony Martial also got on the scoresheet. Martial won't be won't be available for the reverse leg at Old Trafford as he sustained a hip injury in the pre-match warm-up at Goodison Park at the weekend.

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