Liverpool supporters were beginning to leave Old Trafford as the writer unplugged their laptop charger. There was a folded teamsheet resting on the table. Often, it is forgotten or overlooked. This time, I didn’t bring any teamsheets with me. In the past, I used to carry them all in my messenger bag. To accommodate all the items accumulated as a supporter and reporter, the attic would need to be strengthened. This includes the thousands of programs that have been collected. Teamsheets are now frequently left behind in press boxes and rooms, serving as a valuable souvenir for security personnel who escort journalists out. In cup finals, teamsheets are stored inside the programme for safekeeping. Upon a brief search through a picnic basket, it was revealed that the remaining two standalone teamsheets were from the FA Youth Cup final in May 2022 and Cristiano Ronaldo’s return match against Newcastle in September 2021. Additionally, there are a couple of United-Liverpool teamsheets stored in another location. The value of these teamsheets is likely increased due to the inclusion of notable names such as Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The line-ups recording Juan Mata’s victorious performance at Anfield and Anthony Martial’s first game are securely stored.
