The Red Devils Make Unwanted History

Manchester United's recent string of defeats in December has made headlines, but did you know it's the first time since 1933 that they have lost five games in this month? A disappointing end to the year for the club.

The World Before Modern Inventions

Back in 1933, many of the everyday items we take for granted today were not even invented yet. Let's take a trip down memory lane and discover what life was like during United's last five-loss December.

Trampoline: A Year Too Early

Can you believe that trampolines weren't even invented when Manchester United last experienced this disappointing streak? It wasn't until 1934 that George Nissen and Larry Griswold introduced this beloved garden staple.

No Ballpoint Pens

During their losses, United's coach Erik ten Hag would have had to make do without a ballpoint pen to take notes. These writing instruments were introduced five years later in 1938 by Hungarian inventor Laszlo Biro.

Instant Coffee: A New Brew

Need a caffeine fix during those tough matches? Well, instant coffee wasn't an option back in 1933. It wasn't until the same year United last had a five-loss December that Nestle introduced their instant coffee as part of the Nescafe brand.

Waiting for Credit Cards

If you were hoping to pay for your match tickets with a credit card in 1933, you would have been out of luck. Credit cards didn't become part of everyday life until the 1950s, thanks to the brainchild of Frank X McNamara.

No Lego Fun

Children had to wait until 1955 before they could enjoy playing with Lego. Since then, Lego has become the world's largest toy manufacturer, delighting kids and adults alike with their colorful building blocks.

The Absence of Velcro

With Velcro being such a versatile fastening solution, it's hard to imagine a world without it. But Velcro wasn't invented until 1956, a staggering 23 years after Manchester United's last five-loss December.

Mobile Phones: A Distant Dream

It's no surprise that mobile phones were nowhere to be found in 1933. These handheld devices wouldn't be introduced until 1979 by Japanese firm NTT, and have since evolved into the smartphones we rely on today.

As Manchester United navigates their current challenges, let's take a moment to appreciate the progress made in technology and everyday conveniences since their last five-loss December in 1933.