There was time for some poignant reflection ahead of Manchester United's home game with Everton.
Tuesday marks 20 years since the death of one of our greatest-ever players, the incomparable George Best.
Respecting the proximity of the anniversary, stadium announcer Alan Keegan asked the crowd to please “show love for the genius, maverick, legend George Best.”
A big round of applause followed, as his legacy endures.
The news of huge Reds fan and gifted bass guitarist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's death rocked the musical world and beyond.
A number of Stone Roses hits were played during the warm-up and a banner was unfurled, organised by TRA, reading 'RIP Mani', underneath another featuring the iconic Mancunian.
Old Trafford joined as one to show appreciation for Mani's life as we awaited the players emerging from the tunnel, with rapturous acknowledgement for 'I Wanna Be Adored' and 'This Is The One'.
A tribute was also paid in the Stretford End to much-loved United supporter Charlie Barlow, who sadly passed away unexpectedly recently.
'Thank you Charlie' was the message, after his work producing flags displayed at many a match and passionate backing for the Reds.