Before this game, the last time the two sides met was the 31st round of the England Top League in the 1947-1948 season, with the two teams drew 1-1. In his first league match that season, Greensby defeated Manchester United 4-3 away.
In addition, in the 24th round of the 1946-47 league season, the two teams drew 0-0, and Greensby has been unbeaten against Manchester United for four consecutive games.
