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John Shiels MBE
@JohnShielsMU
Passionate about creating opportunities for young people using the power of football. Views are my own.
Manchester
Joined June 2014
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    I am very honoured and humbled to receive this award. I am grateful to everyone who has supported me throughout my career - this is dedication to all of you. Thank you 🙏
    We're delighted that our CEO John Shiels has been awarded an MBE for his services to young people through football in the Queen's Honours List. Congratulations to John from all at the Foundation and Manchester United 👏 #QueensBirthdayHonours
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    Thank you to @Cristiano, and to all of our players from the past 15 years who have supported our work 👏 #Foundation15 🔴
    Yesterday’s hat-trick hero, a man who’s been with us since the very start, has sent us a special anniversary message 😍 Thank you, @Cristiano 🙏🏻 #Foundation15 | #CR7 🔴
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    Yesterday’s #LegendsOfTheNorth match was a true @ManUtd day ❤️ I want to thank both sets of players, the fans who came out in droves to support the Foundation and all our hard-working staff. Together we raised £1.3 million that will change the lives of our young people.
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    Last night I had the honour of presenting Alessia Russo with the Women’s Goal of the Season award at the Manchester United end-of-season awards ceremony. I made a comment about the weight of the trophy which I know has caused offence. (1/4)
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    It was a privilege and an honour to receive my MBE from HRH The Princess Royal at Windsor Castle on Thursday. Working to inspire young people has been the passion of my life, so to be afforded such prestigious recognition is truly humbling.
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    It was fantastic to address the #OldTrafford crowd to thank @ManUtd season ticket holders after they raised over £550k for @MU_Foundation through the ticket donation scheme 👏 Your support this season has been unbelievable, as I’m sure it will be at #Wembley on Saturday 🏟️🔴
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    Great to be back at #OldTrafford today 🏟 Looking forward to seeing new players and seeing the passion of the fans ⚽️ #MUFC #MUNLEE #HereWeBelong
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    Always the greatest pleasure to welcome back one of the club’s, and the Foundation’s, most significant figures. A true United man and a fantastic boss for our Legends team 🔴 Get your tickets for the big match here: bit.ly/3oRKeJG #MUFC | #LegendsOfTheNorth
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    Great to address the #OldTrafford faithful alongside Bryan Robson and Albert Morgan at last night’s #FAYouthCup final, talking all things #LegendsOfTheNorth 🔴 It was a pleasure to see so many young people in attendance too, and the lads on the pitch did the club proud 🏆
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    Replying to @JohnShielsMU
    I’m proud of this work and upset that my remarks created a distraction from the fantastic achievements of Alessia and the women’s team this season. (4/4)
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    What a magnificent contribution from our loyal season ticket holders 👏 This figure will have a truly life-changing impact on our communities and I want to thank you all on behalf of myself and everyone @MU_Foundation 🔴 Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/ThankYouSTH
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    Replying to @JohnShielsMU
    I simply did not want her to drop it. However, on reflection, I can see why the comment has been misconstrued. Female empowerment is at the heart of Manchester United Foundation’s work, with almost 10,000 girls and young women taking part in our programmes annually. (3/4)
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    Replying to @JohnShielsMU
    I am mortified by this and want to apologise to Alessia, her teammates, and anyone else offended. I alerted Alessia to the weight of the trophy because I was shocked by how heavy it felt, and would have done the same if presenting to a male player. (2/4)
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    I am truly overwhelmed with the kindness and generosity shown by everyone @ManUtd and @BrentfordFC to support @MU_Foundation's coat appeal. We’re already seeing the huge difference this will make to young people and families in need. Thank you to all who donated ❤️