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- Updated: October 11, 2016
Ahead of Red Monday, we look at how red has predominantly been the colour of success in English football since 1889…
Liverpool and Manchester United go head-to-head on Monday Night Football, when red flags, scarves and replica jerseys will be on display in both the home and away sections.
The pair have won 38 English titles between them – contributing to the perception that red shirts equal success in football.
Indeed, a remarkable 44.7 per cent of title-winning clubs have worn red home shirts since 1889, according to a Sky Sports study.
As well as Liverpool and United, Arsenal and Nottingham Forest have also taken the crown while wearing predominantly red home shirts, while Sunderland have been the top …
