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Man Utd Teammates 'Always Laugh' At Ander Herrera's Strange Superstition

Man Utd Teammates 'Always Laugh' At Ander Herrera's Strange Superstition

The Spaniard has did it for 19 years.

Jack Kenmare

Jack Kenmare

"Everyone laughs in the dressing room because of them, but I am superstitious"

When it comes to superstitions, Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has a 19-year tradition that will upstage most of your run-of-the-mill routines.

Herrera has revealed that he has worn the same shinpads since he was "8 or 9 years-old", and admitted that he will keep on playing with them until they're "completely battered".

The superstition is clearly working. Manchester United have made more interceptions in the opposition's half than any other Premier League team this season.

Herrera himself has provided two assists and is averaging more than three interceptions per game, with many calling for a permanent place in the Old Trafford midfield.

Herrera told his story via Manchester United's official website:

"I have a good story with my shinpads. I have had the same shinpads since I was eight or nine years old. 'Everyone laughs in the dressing room because of them but I am superstitious with that.

'I like to keep playing with them until they are completely battered.'

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Thinking about it, those shin-pads must have a potent smell.

Well, Herrera has been crucial for Manchester United this season and will be looking to build upon his impressive performances in the Premier League campaign so far.

Just change your shinnies, Ander.

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