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Getty Images The worker bee is a symbol of the city – and has become one of defiance and solidarity since the attack[/caption]
The Manchester clubs will now wear the worker bee symbol – a nod to the city’s industrial past – in their Houston, Texas, friendly to raise money for the victims.
The bee has been the city’s emblem since Victorian times and was adopted into the Manchester coat of arms in 1842.
Since the attack, the bee has become a symbol of solidarity and defiance since the sickening attack.
After the friendly, all of the match-worn shirts will be available to buy, with all proceeds going to the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund.
Speaking ahead of the friendly, Man City chief Ferran Soriano said: “Manchester continues to show great strength and sense of community since May’s devastating attack and the thoughts of everyone at Manchester City remain with those affected.
“The worker bee symbolises everything that makes Manchester such a special city and our players will wear it on their shirts with immense pride, as a demonstration of solidarity with the Manchester community.”
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Twenty-two people were killed at the Manchester Arena after extremist Salman Abedi detonated a bomb at an Ariana Grande concertLondon News PicturesProceeds from the sales of the shirt will go towards the victims of the atrocityGetty ImagesPeople have come together in love and support in the face of terror since the Manchester attackGetty Images
Manchester United boss Ed Woodward, added: “The city of Manchester has shown great strength and unity since the tragic terror attack in May, showing the country and the world how special this city really is.
“Having the worker bee on our shirts once again shows the community spirit of our city and football club and it is only natural that we continue to help all of those affected, through this fundraising and awareness, with millions of fans across the world watching this game.”
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