Football-mad fans got a chance to play the part of a Premier League player for the day in the Christie Dream Team Cup at Old Trafford yesterday.

Alex Waddington has sported the multi-coloured male version of the sportswear ‘meggings’ for his morning commuting run after his father Richard died just ten days after being diagnosed with cancer in January.

Daniel Tucker, 27, from Blackpool, works at Victoria Hospital but will tackle the 10km course in bridal attire in aid of the charity Gift of a Wedding.

Manchester comedian Jason Manford has released a moving statement following the tragic death of teenage cancer fundraiser Stephen Sutton, who has passed away peacefully in his sleep.

Royle Family star Caroline Aherne revealed today she has been fighting cancer – for a third time.

A Mottram charity set up in memory of a tragic Manchester tot are aiming to raise £1million in his 23 months’ lifetime – and have been handed a boost from holiday firm to help them on their way.

Dying teen Stephen Sutton’s #ThumbsUpForStephen selfie campaign has continued to kick on as his total soared past the two million pounds mark.

Salford comedian Jason Manford has enlisted the help of his Mancunian mates and comedy chums to join dying teen Stephen Sutton in his fundraising battle.

Stephen Sutton’s fundraising page smashed the £1m target this morning

Stephen Sutton has been battling cancer since the age of 15

Manchester United players pay a visit to The Christie to open the hospital’s new cancer unit.