Unexpectedly, Edwin van der Sar and Robin van Persie were present at Old Trafford when Man Utd won 3-2 against Aston Villa.
The two former Man Utd players were said to not have an appointment, but appeared together at Old Trafford to cheer on Man Utd in round 18 of the Premier League.
Van der Sar and his small family checked in at the “Theater of Dreams”. The Dutch legend just experienced a serious illness in July but looked quite healthy.
The former goalkeeper shared: “The magical Boxing Day took place at Old Trafford last night! Thank you Man Utd for the warm welcome and it was great to meet one of the best strikers Robin van Persie.”
In July, the 53-year-old former goalkeeper was vacationing in Croatia when an incident occurred. The Man Utd legend was quickly taken to the hospital by helicopter and promptly treated by dedicated doctors. Van der Sar previously parted ways with Ajax in the 2022/23 season.
Meanwhile, Robin van Persie affirmed: “It’s a coincidence that I’m here with my wife and friends. When I looked at the match schedule, I immediately wаnted to go to Old Trafford. Aston Villa brings back beautiful memories with I. They are playing well so this is a match worth watching.”
Van Persie retired a long time ago but still maintains the same physique as when he was playing.
At this time, Van Persie is coach of U18 Feyenoord.
The moment Van Persie mentioned was when he volleyed to score in a 3-0 win over Aston Villa, thereby helping Man Utd win the Premier League in the 2012/13 season. To date, this is the Red Devils’ closest title.
Returning to the match, Man Utd was soon conceded 2 goals by Aston Villa in the first half.
After the break, Man Utd rose strongly and won 3-2.