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'It's United in Europe, it's surreal' - The Manchester non-league club making history in Europe

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The biggest fixture in Manchester this weekend is tomorrow's Etihad derby, but for the most unusual look no further than FC United's Broadhurst Park, which will host its first-ever competitive European fixture.

The streets around the fan-owned club's smart ground will be livelier than usual just before 3pm today with a couple of hundred fans from Warsaw-based AKS Zly in attendance for the latest fixture in the Fenix Trophy.

FC United joined the competition 10 months ago for its inaugural outing and the UEFA-backed tournament has quickly become a fan favourite.

The Reds are one of eight entrants, all amateur clubs picked for being socially, culturally or historically distinct. READ MORE: Inside the rebirth of Stockport County The Reds won 6-1 in Poland back in October - backed by around 120 FC United fans - and will now make history with their first competitive home game against European opposition.

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