Manchester United fans in the country have a reason to smile, after one of their key players, Nemanja Matic, sent a 'thank you' message.

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The player sent the message in appreciation of a Nairobi matatu, which has a picture of him in Manchester United colours on its body. 

The photo went viral on Instagram with Kenyans trying to catch his attention by tagging him, and their efforts paid off after he recognised them. 

The bus plies the Thika-Nairobi route under the Dakika Sacco.

The Serbian footballer missed the start of the season due to an injury he got at the World Cup and was given extended leave to go on holiday following his country’s elimination.

This is not the first time Kenyans are catching the attention of celebrities on social media, with singer Cardi B having responded to a similar graffiti on a matatu.