Manchester United fans have condemned the club’s decision to raise ticket prices by over 50 percent, calling it a “kick in the teeth” following one of the worst Premier League campaigns in the club’s history.
The Manchester United Supporters’ Trust (MUST) strongly criticised the introduction of a new match categorisation model, which significantly increases prices for individual matchday tickets, particularly affecting the estimated 20,000 supporters who buy on a game-by-game basis.
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According to MUST, the cost of the cheapest ticket for most Premier League fixtures has risen by over 50 percent, with prices jumping from £32 to £52 for cup matches and from £37 to £60 to £97 for league games.
The announcement comes after a dismal 2024/25 season in which United finished 15th, their lowest ever Premier League finish, and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur.
The campaign saw the Red Devils record their fewest points in Premier League history, further fuelling fan frustration.
“After how last season went, we might have hoped the club would reconsider,” a MUST spokesperson said. “Instead, fans face eye-watering price increases while seeing little on-pitch improvement.”
MUST accused the club of once again failing to consult fan representatives, warning that the pricing strategy will alienate loyal supporters and damage the atmosphere at Old Trafford.
“These ticketing decisions only push regular supporters away in favour of occasional visitors,” the group added.
“They risk pricing out the next generation of younger fans who are the very future of the club.”
Despite the backlash, United, now under the majority control of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, have pressed ahead with the new model, arguing it better reflects match demand and value.
In March, the club had already announced a five percent increase for most season ticket holders, with higher hikes for senior citizens.
