Every international football and rugby match Gordon has attended since he has become PM has led to a defeat for England or Scotland. His Jonah-like jinx now seemingly extends to club matches. On a day of high emotion at Old Trafford, in front of survivors of the Munich crash and the families of the victims, Brown turned up. The result? Manchester United lost at home for the first time against City in 34 years!

Is this a good sign for the blues?