Man Utd fan refusing to cut hair until Ruben Amorim's team win five successive games attacked & branded an ‘attention-seeking c***’ while attending Chelsea game at Old Trafford

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Ilett has become almost impossible to miss, with his curly hair now fully out of control. That is because he has not had a trim since vowing on October 5, 2024 not to cut his locks until United secured five successive wins.

The Red Devils have not managed more than three victories on the bounce since then, with back-to-back successes only being enjoyed on six occasions. They did get back to winning ways against Chelsea, with Ilett on hand to witness a battling 2-1 win that was secured after both sides were reduced to 10 men and torrential rain made playing conditions treacherous.

Footage has emerged online of Ilett being confronted by a fellow supporter at one stage, with his hair being grabbed and head being shaken. His attacker is heard shouting while being dragged away: “F*ck off, I’ll do what I f*cking want. Listen, he’s not a United f*cking fan.”

Ilett went on to tell The Sun of the unfortunate incident: "Yeah, it was a bit weird to be honest! I thought he was just joking to start with, but then he started yanking my hair and calling me an 'attention-seeking c***'.

"The whole day was full of hundreds of positive interactions yesterday and 99 per cent of all of the reactions to this challenge has been nice. But just a few people can ruin it!

"My intention with this challenge was never to highlight Man United's flaws. It was always and always will be to spread humour and positivity to United fans in a difficult time. I never expected it to go on for so long, but I'm hopeful we can go on a good run soon and I, more than most, want these wins to come as soon as possible! I will always try to focus on the positives and hope that this was just a one-off."

Ilett wrote on social media after seeing United potentially start a run towards him returning to the barbers: “What a place. Wet hair, but still a smile on my face! A big win today! What a crazy game it was in the end! 1 down, 4 to go. COME ON UNITED!” Amorim’s side will be back in action on Saturday when taking in a trip to Brentford.