In this whimsical and humorous birthday card scene, set the stage with an intricately detailed illustration inspired by the iconic Manchester United Stadium. The stadium, recognizable by its bold red and white colors, towers grandly in the background, with banners fluttering in a playful breeze. The stadium’s architecture is drawn with the precision and attention to detail akin to Edward Gorey’s fine line work, capturing every window and brick.

In the foreground, a lively football match is in progress on a lush, green pitch. The players are depicted in an exaggerated, almost caricature style, reminiscent of Quentin Blake's loose, animated strokes, each in a classic Manchester United jersey, complete with stripes and the famous emblem. The number “9” is prominently displayed on one player's jersey, standing out in bold, bright white.

Adding a touch of the fantastical, like something out of a Maurice Sendak book, a giant birthday cake towers near the sidelines. The cake is a vibrant explosion of colors – layers of blue, yellow, and pink icing, with tiny, football-shaped sprinkles dotting the surface. Perched at the very top is a whimsical figurine of a footballer, mid-kick, crafted with Beatrix Potter-esque attention to detail.

A banner stretches across the top of the card, strung between two whimsical clouds, puffed and swirling like something from a Maxfield Parrish painting. In a bold, playful font, the banner reads “Charlie!” in large, vibrant red letters, perfectly harmonizing with the Manchester United theme.

The background is a wash of pastel blue sky, dotted with cartoon-like clouds. Among them, a hot air balloon floats, designed in the shape of a giant football. This quirky element is an homage to Arthur Rackham’s playful yet detailed style, creating a sense of movement and whimsy.

Surrounding the scene, the stands are filled with tiny, intricately drawn fans, each one sketched with unique details. Some hold small flags, others wave scarves, all meticulously detailed with Norman Rockwell-like storytelling charm, creating a bustling, lively atmosphere that captures the essence of a jubilant birthday celebration.

Generated with these themes: Manchester United Stadium, Football, and 9.

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