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Pogba, Lukaku stars dazzle at gala night as UNICEF celebrate 20th anniversary (photo, video)

- United players were in attendance as UNICEF celebrated their 20-year partnership

- The trio of Paul Pogba, Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku were spotted during the gala event

- The event - United for Unicef Gala Dinner took place at Old Trafford on Tuesday

Manchester United stars were looking suarve as the Old Trafford dwellers attended Unicef Gala Dinner as it marked their 20th anniversary working together.

According to UK Daily Mail report, French star Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard and Romelu Lukaku were among squad members, who dazzled the audience as they made their way through the red carpet.

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Pogba was in good mood as he posed for cameras decking a customized suit with his nickname 'La Pioche'.

Interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was accompanied by his wife Silje along with other squad members that include Alexis Sanchez, David de Gea and Juan Mata.

Recuperating centre-back Chris Smalling was also spotted with his pregnant wife Sam.

Spanish-speaking stars Ander Herrera, Marcos Rojo, Juan Mata, de Gea were the cynosure of all eyes in their black suits as they posed for the camera.

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The ceremony at Old Trafford, was to celebrate the existing partnership between the club and UNICEF, the longest involving a football club and a global children's organisation.

Interestingly, the union has helped to raise over £4million, channeled towards changing the lives of millions of children globally.

Man United also offered club fans a rare opportunity to freely interact with heroes after putting up tickets for sale last month.

During the special gala night events like live auction and table raffle took place as fans claimed Man United memorabilia and live entertainment.

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The Red Devils star are expected to resume preparations for FA Cup clash against Arsenal today, Wednesday January 23, as they continue their quest for silverware.

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