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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson and Louise Taylor

Manchester United and Newcastle defend 5% price rises on season tickets

Manchester United supporters protesting against ticket-price rises in March 2025
Manchester United supporters protesting against ticket-price rises in March 2025. They now face further increases next season. Photograph: Phil Noble/Reuters

Manchester United and Newcastle have increased season-ticket prices by 5% for 2026-27. While both clubs insist the rises are necessary to achieve success on the pitch, their respective supporter groups have strongly criticised the above-inflation hikes.

Season tickets at Old Trafford had previously been frozen for 11 consecutive campaigns, but this is now the fourth successive year they have been increased. The club said: “We have a clear objective to return Manchester United to the top of domestic and European football. We want to keep investing in the team and improving our facilities so fans get the best possible experience. We also need to make sure the club stays financially sustainable taking into account inflation and rising costs.

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