With the arrival of Cunha and young Paraguayan talent Diego Leon, the magazine seizes the moment to honor the club’s international players throughout its history. These athletes have come from outside the borders of England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland to make Manchester their footballing home.
In an extensive 21-page feature, the narrative of overseas migration to M16 unfolds, highlighting the contributions of legends like Eric Cantona, Peter Schmeichel, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
This feature also includes a detailed map showcasing each overseas player’s country of origin. Notably, among the seven players represented under the Spanish flag is Juan Mata, who also has a dedicated segment in the magazine discussing an exhibition he has co-curated at Aviva Studios for the Manchester International Festival.
Juan isn’t the only beloved former United midfielder featured in this issue. The magazine also celebrates Sir David Beckham with a ‘By Numbers’ section in honor of his recent knighthood.
