Man United fan group slams club’s decision to increase season ticket prices

Football
6 Mar 2026 • 8:32 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Manchester United have announced a five per cent increase in season ticket prices for the 2026-27 season.
  • The club states the additional revenue will be invested in football operations and facilities, following over £200m spent on transfers last summer.
  • The cheapest season tickets at Old Trafford will now cost £646, averaging £34 per Premier League home match.
  • The decision has drawn criticism from the Manchester United Supporters Trust (MUST), particularly after 600 fans were relocated from the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand to create more hospitality seating.
  • MUST expressed disappointment that the club ignored calls for a ticket price freeze, highlighting the increasing cost for supporters and the ongoing displacement of loyal fans.

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