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Every football fan dreams of their team winning consistently, but for one ardent Manchester United supporter, victory holds an additional significance. This morning, Frank Ilett, famously recognized online as The United Strand, was hoping for a particular triumph.
Frank Ilett has become a household name in football fan circles due to his unique vow. He promised not to cut his hair until Manchester United managed to secure five consecutive wins. This commitment began on October 5, 2024. However, the Red Devils’ inability to string together a winning streak has left Ilett waiting nearly 500 days for that elusive haircut.
Despite the lengthy wait, Ilett’s journey has not gone unnoticed. Over the past 18 months, he has amassed a significant following on social media, particularly on Instagram, where he now boasts 1.3 million followers. His account is filled with updates chronicling the saga of his ever-growing hair.
Initially, Ilett’s hair transformation marked a stark departure from his usual look. Now, his flowing locks have achieved a certain level of fame, symbolizing his steadfast loyalty to Manchester United. However, with any luck, this distinctive hairstyle might soon become a relic of the past, should his team finally deliver on his hopes.
His unruly locks, a significant change from his previous hairstyle, has now become famous, but it could soon be a thing of the past.
Manchester United have finally found some good form, four games in a row in all competitions.
That meant there was a massive chance Illet’s wait would end if they could beat relegation battlers West Ham United this morning.
Such was the anticipation of the drought potentially breaking, Ilett even live streamed a watch along for the game.
However, the drought was not broken, as Manchester United could only salvage a 1-1 draw late on thanks to a stoppage time goal from Benjamin Sesko, having been trailing for much of the second half at the London Stadium.
This means the clock resets, and Ilett’s wait for a trim will extend well over 500 days. Given Manchester United’s inconsistencies, it could even span into the two year mark.
Ilett has said when the time finally comes to shave off his iconic hair do, he will donate the hair to charity.
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