PHOTO: Only 1 direction for Rio and United – Up!

Having been rested for last night’s game against Stoke, Rio Ferdinand was afforded the luxury of watching the game in comfort with some youngsters who are rapidly turning into his biggest cheerleaders fans.

As United consolidated their position at the top of the table, Rio was again spotted with members of X Factor group ‘1 Direction’ as well as Swansea City defender Ashley William.

We all know Rio is multi talented with thumbs in loads of pies but I don’t quite think he could pass for a member of ‘1 Direction’!