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Stadium guide · Manchester, United Kingdom

Old Trafford.

Home of Manchester United since 1910

Often called "The Theatre of Dreams" — a phrase coined by Sir Bobby Charlton in the late 1980s. The ground holds UEFA Category Four (top-tier) classification and has hosted Champions League finals, World Cup matches, and FA Cup semi-finals.

  • Capacity

    74,310

  • Opened

    1910

  • Postcode

    M16 0RA

  • Stands

    4

Upcoming · 19 events

Upcoming events at Old Trafford, Manchester

AUG30SUN

Premier League

Manchester United vs Ipswich Town

Old Trafford · Manchester · 16:30

SEP13SUN

Premier League

Manchester United vs Manchester City

Old Trafford · Manchester · 16:30

OCT10SAT

Premier League

Manchester United vs Tottenham

Old Trafford · Manchester

OCT25SUN

Premier League

Manchester United vs Bournemouth

Old Trafford · Manchester

NOV07SAT

Premier League

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Old Trafford · Manchester

NOV28SAT

Premier League

Manchester United vs Brentford

Old Trafford · Manchester

DEC05SAT

Premier League

Manchester United vs Coventry City

Old Trafford · Manchester

DEC26SAT

Premier League

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest

Old Trafford · Manchester

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History

About Old Trafford

Old Trafford has been Manchester United's home since 19 February 1910, designed by Scottish architect Archibald Leitch, the original ground hosted its first fixture against Liverpool. Won 4-3 by the visitors. Severe bomb damage during the Second World War forced the club to play home games at Maine Road from 1941 to 1949 while the ground was rebuilt. Successive expansions through the 1990s and 2000s lifted capacity from 56,000 to today's 74,310, making Old Trafford the largest club ground in English football.

Seating layout

Old Trafford seating plan & capacity

Old Trafford's seating bowl wraps continuously around the pitch with no separated stands at corners. Premium seats sit in the executive level between the two tiers on the North and East stands. The away allocation is in the lower South-East corner. Accessed through Gates 32-34 on Sir Matt Busby Way.

Old Trafford seating map — sections, stands and tier layout

  • Sir Bobby Charlton Stand (South)

    Two-tier stand along the touchline, named in 2016. The smallest of the four stands due to railway proximity preventing further expansion.

  • Sir Alex Ferguson Stand (North)

    Three-tier stand opposite the South. Tallest of the four at 197 feet, named after Manchester United's most successful manager in 2011.

  • Stretford End (West)

    Behind the goal. Historically the heart of United's most vocal home support, two tiers.

  • East Stand

    Behind the opposite goal, two tiers. Houses the away allocation in the bottom corner (3,000 visiting supporters).

Where to sit

Old Trafford prices by stand

Prices differ by stand and move between matches. See what every stand costs right now, on an interactive map of the ground.

See the full seating plan

Getting there

How to get to Old Trafford

Old Trafford is at M16 0RA, Manchester, United Kingdom.

Metro / Tram
Old Trafford tram stop (Metrolink, Altrincham line) is adjacent to the ground. Under 5 minutes' walk to the turnstiles.
Train
Manchester United Football Ground station (Northern line) is a 5-minute walk; only open on matchdays. Manchester Piccadilly is 20-25 minutes via tram.
Bus
Stagecoach 250, 255 and 256 services run to Sir Matt Busby Way on matchdays.
Walk
From Manchester city centre via the canal towpath: roughly 35-40 minutes on foot.
Drive
Take the M60 (junction 7) to A56 (Chester Road). Approach via Sir Matt Busby Way.
Parking
Stadium car parks (E1, E2, N1, N3) require pre-booking through Manchester United and sell out quickly. Public parking at Trafford Centre with shuttle service is the most reliable matchday option.

Behind the scenes

Old Trafford stadium tour

Stadium tours operate seven days a week (except matchdays). The 80-minute museum and tour includes the players' tunnel, dressing rooms, dugouts, and pitchside. Bookable via the official Manchester United website.

On match-day

Match-day at Old Trafford

Gates open 90 minutes before kick-off. Bag policy: items larger than A4 are not permitted inside the ground. Cashless concessions only; contactless cards are accepted. The Megastore on Sir Matt Busby Way is open from three hours before kick-off. For the best matchday atmosphere, the Stretford End lower tier is where home support gathers.

Stadium facts

Old Trafford key facts

  • Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310. The largest English football club ground.
  • The ground is a UEFA Category Four (5-star) stadium, the highest UEFA classification.
  • Old Trafford has hosted three European Cup / Champions League finals (1968, 2003, 2010).
  • The South Stand cannot expand further because of the Manchester-Liverpool railway line directly behind it.
  • Sir Matt Busby Way runs along the south side of the ground. Named after the manager of the post-war rebuild era.

FAQ

Old Trafford ticket FAQs

How much are tickets at Old Trafford?

Across the 19 events listed at Old Trafford right now, the cheapest seat starts from £80 and the dearest opening price is £435. Every price includes fees — what you see is what you pay.

How many events can I buy tickets for at Old Trafford?

19 upcoming events are listed at Old Trafford, each with live prices from verified sellers. They are all shown above, soonest first.

What is the next event at Old Trafford?

Manchester United vs Ipswich Town on Sun, 30 Aug 2026, from £80.

Where do away fans sit at Old Trafford?

Away fans sit in the East Stand. Houses the away allocation in the bottom corner (3,000 visiting supporters).

What is the capacity of Old Trafford?

Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310. It has been Manchester United's home since 1910.

Where is Old Trafford?

Old Trafford is in Manchester, United Kingdom, postcode M16 0RA. Old Trafford tram stop (Metrolink, Altrincham line) is adjacent to the ground.

What stands does Old Trafford have?

Old Trafford has 4 stands: Sir Bobby Charlton Stand (South), Sir Alex Ferguson Stand (North), Stretford End (West), East Stand.

What is the postcode for Old Trafford?

The postcode for Old Trafford is M16 0RA, in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Where can I park at Old Trafford?

Stadium car parks (E1, E2, N1, N3) require pre-booking through Manchester United and sell out quickly. Public parking at Trafford Centre with shuttle service is the most reliable matchday option.

Are there Old Trafford stadium tours?

Stadium tours operate seven days a week (except matchdays). The 80-minute museum and tour includes the players' tunnel, dressing rooms, dugouts, and pitchside. Bookable via the official Manchester United website.

Are Old Trafford tickets on Anyseats authentic?

Listings come from verified sellers. The 200% Buyer Guarantee covers ticket non-delivery and ticket-related denied entry that cannot be resolved in time. We first try to provide comparable or better replacements. When that is not possible, you get 100% refunded, plus 100% back in credit. Events cancelled by the organiser without a replacement date are refunded in full instead.

When will my Old Trafford tickets arrive?

Most tickets are delivered electronically and usually arrive 24-72 hours before the match — you'll get an email and SMS the moment they're ready.

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