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Ruben Amorim issues three-word message to viral Manchester United fan

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Ruben Amorim has apologised to The United Strand for failing to win five straight matches that would activated a long-awaited haircut. Manchester United fan Frank Ilett has gone viral for promising to not cut his hair until they win five consecutive fixtures. The United Strand has stuck to his word and avoided cutting his hair until his beloved club bag five consecutive wins talkSPORT The challenge commenced in October 2024 and, due to United failing to hit such a streak, Ilett has seen his hair grow extensively. Speaking to talkSPORT last year, he detailed his ideal plan of having his hair cut at Old Trafford once the club hit five-in-a-row. It will then be donated to The Little Princess Trust, who provide wigs for children and young people that have lost their hair as a result of cancer treatment or other conditions. United last won five consecutive matches in February 2024 when Erik ten Hag was their manager, with Amorim unveiled as his permanent successor nine months later. He coul