Manchester United raises season ticket prices by 5% for 2026/27, citing costs and ambitions to win titles by 2028, sparking fan backlash.

Manchester United has announced a 5% season ticket price increase for the 2026/27 season, citing rising costs and the need to fund team and facility investments, with adult tickets rising by about £2 per match and under-16s by £1. The club says the move supports its goal of returning to the top of English and European football, including aiming for a league title by its 150th anniversary in 2028. The decision has drawn criticism from fan groups, including the Manchester United Supporters’ Trust and the Football Supporters’ Association, who oppose the price hike and express concern over relocating 600 loyal fans to hospitality areas. Despite backlash, the club will maintain current ticket transfer rules and minimum usage policies and resume publishing ticket allocation data and collection procedures for European away matches.