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The investigation began after reports in the press about a hidden bug during the match with Chelsea, where the Red Devils triumphed. The Sun acquired a sound cassette recorded at Old Trafford Stadium and handed it over to the club. In a press release, Manchester United stated: "We have launched a thorough internal investigation, but if necessary, we will involve the police."
The cassette contains conversations of the Red Devils team before taking the field, during halftime, and the celebration of victory in the dressing room. Before the mentioned match, Manchester United's head coach had to endure severe criticism after a 4-1 defeat to Middlesbrough in the Premier League and a fiasco against Lille 1-0 in the Champions League.
It is clear in the audio recording how Sir Alex Ferguson tries to inspire his players for the fight, gives tactical advice during halftime when his pupils were leading 1-0. Additionally, in the cassette, Manchester United players can be heard congratulating each other after ending Chelsea's 40-game unbeaten streak. In the audio recording, you can hear the players' reaction to interviews of Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho after the match.
