Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company operates Manchester United Football Club, a professional football club. It develops marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to leverage its brand. The company also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing featuring the Manchester United brand; and sells other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and bed spreads featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks, as well as distributes these products through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through the company's partners' wholesale distribution channels. In addition, it distributes live football content directly, as well as through commercial partners; broadcasts television rights relating to the Premier League, Union of European Football Associations club competitions, and other competitions; and delivers Manchester United programming through MUTV television channel to territories worldwide. Further, the company offers a direct to consumer subscription mobile application; and operates Old Trafford, a sports venue with 74,140 seats, as well as invests in properties. Manchester United plc was founded in 1878 and is based in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
IPO Year: 2012
Exchange: NYSE
Website: manutd.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 | $23.00 | Buy | UBS |
| 12/9/2022 | Buy → Hold | Deutsche Bank | |
| 3/21/2022 | $18.00 | Hold → Buy | Deutsche Bank |
UBS initiated coverage of Manchester United with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $23.00
Deutsche Bank downgraded Manchester United from Buy to Hold
Deutsche Bank upgraded Manchester United from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $18.00
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), is delighted to announce the appointment of Rúben Amorim as Head Coach of the men's first team, subject to work visa requirements. He will join until June 2027 with a club option of an additional year once he has fulfilled his obligations to his current club. He will join Manchester United on Monday 11 November. Rúben is one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football. Highly decorated as both a player and coach, his titles include winning the Primeira Liga twice in Portugal with Sporting CP; the first of which was the club's first title in 19 years. Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to take charge of the team until Rúben jo
Exciting new partnership will see Tiger® Beer and Manchester United deepen fan connections globally, with an initial focus on Asia where Tiger® Beer is the leading premium beer New research commissioned by Tiger® Beer explores fan experiences and how this partnership can elevate game day experiences and connect fans worldwide, regardless of where they cheer from Tiger® Beer becomes the Official Beer Partner of Manchester United, bringing together the iconic Asian Brewer and one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, to enhance experiences and deepen engagement with United fans globally. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://w
Key Points Achieved 4Q total revenues of £142.2 million, which contributed to record fiscal 2024 total revenues of £661.8 million driven by record Commercial and Matchday revenues 4Q Matchday revenues were £32.6 million and contributed to record fiscal 2024 Matchday revenues of £137.1 million with eight less home matches played during the year Other operating expenses for fiscal 2024 improved by £13.8 million versus fiscal 2023, due to fewer home matches played and lower associated non-personnel football costs Achieved record ticket sales and attendance in 2023/24, including a doubling of women's matchday revenues, and the highest ever number of paid global memberships sold at 438k;
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Manchester United have triggered the extension of their principal shirt partnership which will now run until 2029. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240815782554/en/Following record-breaking home, away and third shirt launches, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Manchester United have triggered the extension of their principal shirt partnership, which will now run until 2029 (Photo: Business Wire) The extension follows record-breaking home, away and third shirt launches which feature the Snapdragon® brand on the front of a Manchester United shirt for the first time. Snapdragon is Qualcom
Key Points Club announced the completion of the minority investment by Sir Jim Ratcliffe which includes an additional $300 million of primary investment, $200 million of which was received upon completion Club announced the appointment of Omar Berrada as CEO Club achieved record 2Q revenues of £225.8 million driven primarily by UEFA Champions League participation benefit and continued strong Matchday momentum with record attendance for all teams Both the Men and Women's first teams advanced to the quarterfinals of the Men and Women's FA Cup competitions with matches scheduled for mid-March The Men's first team loaned out a total of 11 players in the January transfer window, w
DUBLIN, Ireland and Milan, Italy, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC ("Brera Holdings", "Brera" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:BREA) is pleased to announce that the strategic acquisition of Manchester United PLC (NYSE:MANU) stock last year, which has seen a remarkable 70% increase in value, has accelerated its investment into one of the Company's professional football teams, Brera Tchumene FC, based in Mozambique. This move underscores Brera Holdings' commitment to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, focusing on social impact and inclusivity in the world of professional football. The investment in Brera Tchumene FC is not merely a financial venture but
Manchester United (NYSE:MANU, the "Company" and the "Group"))) – one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world – is pleased to announce the appointment of Omar Berrada as its new Chief Executive Officer. The Club is determined to put football and performance on the pitch back at the heart of everything we do. Omar's appointment represents the first step on this journey. As one of the most experienced football executives at the top of European football, Omar brings a wealth of football and commercial expertise, with a proven record of successful leadership and a passion to help lead change across the Club. He is currently serving as Chief Football Operations Officer fo
Key Points Erik ten Hag appointed as men's first team manager and started May 23rd For the 2021/22 Premier League season, the men's first team finished in 6th place, qualifying for the UEFA Europa League for the 2022/23 season The women's first team finished the 2021/22 FA Women's Super League season in 4th place The new Fans' Advisory Board met for the first time to strengthen fan engagement Master planners have been appointed to explore options for redevelopment of Old Trafford Record memberships sold, and record sales and renewals of season tickets and executive club memberships sold for the 2022/23 season Normal pre-season Tour operations to resume this summer with stops i
Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Ralf Rangnick as Interim Manager until the end of the season, subject to work visa requirements. Following this period, Ralf and the club have agreed that he will continue in a consultancy role for a further two years. John Murtough, Manchester United Football Director, said: "Ralf is one of the most respected coaches and innovators in European football. He was our number one candidate for Interim Manager, reflecting the invaluable leadership and technical skills he will bring from almost four decades of experience in management and coaching. Everyone at the club is looking forward to working with him during the season ahead,
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NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage NEW YORK, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The sports industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by shifts in ownership models, global branding strategies, and increasing investment in community-focused initiatives. Multi-club ownership, a rising trend in professional football (soccer), is gaining attention as organizations seek to optimize resources, develop talent, and expand market reach. Simultaneously, major players in sportswear and event management are realigning priorities to capture evolving consumer demands and enhance operational efficiency. These dynamics are creating opportunities for companies across the sector, from football clubs
Key Points Achieved Commercial revenues of £85.3 million with a reduced summer tour relative to last year The men's first team participated in the revised format of the UEFA Europa League, contributing to Broadcasting revenue for the quarter of £31.3 million Matchday revenues remain resilient at £26.5 million, with 3 fewer fixtures relative to last year offset by strong Hospitality and Matchday VIP revenues Club announced a new global sponsorship with Heineken until June 2028, with Tiger Beer as the Official Beer Partner of Manchester United and renewed global sponsorships with DHL, Hong Kong Jockey Club and Konami during the quarter For Fiscal 2025, the company reiterates it
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), announces that it will report results for the first quarter fiscal 2025 period ended 30 September 2024 via press release on 26 November 2024 at 7:00 AM EST. About Manchester United Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth. Through our 146-year football heritage we have won 69 trophies, enabling us to develop what we believe is one of the world's leading sports and entertainment brands with a global community of 1.1 billion fans and followers. Our large, passionate, and highly engaged fan base provides Manchester United with a worldwide platform to ge
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), is delighted to announce the appointment of Rúben Amorim as Head Coach of the men's first team, subject to work visa requirements. He will join until June 2027 with a club option of an additional year once he has fulfilled his obligations to his current club. He will join Manchester United on Monday 11 November. Rúben is one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football. Highly decorated as both a player and coach, his titles include winning the Primeira Liga twice in Portugal with Sporting CP; the first of which was the club's first title in 19 years. Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to take charge of the team until Rúben jo
Exciting new partnership will see Tiger® Beer and Manchester United deepen fan connections globally, with an initial focus on Asia where Tiger® Beer is the leading premium beer New research commissioned by Tiger® Beer explores fan experiences and how this partnership can elevate game day experiences and connect fans worldwide, regardless of where they cheer from Tiger® Beer becomes the Official Beer Partner of Manchester United, bringing together the iconic Asian Brewer and one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, to enhance experiences and deepen engagement with United fans globally. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://w
Key Points Achieved 4Q total revenues of £142.2 million, which contributed to record fiscal 2024 total revenues of £661.8 million driven by record Commercial and Matchday revenues 4Q Matchday revenues were £32.6 million and contributed to record fiscal 2024 Matchday revenues of £137.1 million with eight less home matches played during the year Other operating expenses for fiscal 2024 improved by £13.8 million versus fiscal 2023, due to fewer home matches played and lower associated non-personnel football costs Achieved record ticket sales and attendance in 2023/24, including a doubling of women's matchday revenues, and the highest ever number of paid global memberships sold at 438k;
Manchester United and DHL, the club's official logistics partner, have extended their longstanding partnership which will now run until 2027. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240906690444/en/Manchester United and DHL, the club's official logistics partner, have extended their longstanding partnership which will now run until 2027 (Photo: Business Wire) The partnership, which began in 2011, is underpinned by a common purpose to inspire positive change among the global communities that the two organisations serve, and that will continue with the evolution of ‘A World United‘ campaign with fresh objectives under a new
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports, announces that it will report results for the fourth quarter fiscal 2024 period ended 30 June 2024 via press release on 11 September 2024 at 7:00 AM EST. About Manchester United Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth. Through our 146-year football heritage we have won 69 trophies, enabling us to develop what we believe is one of the world's leading sports and entertainment brands with a global community of 1.1 billion fans and followe
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Manchester United have triggered the extension of their principal shirt partnership which will now run until 2029. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240815782554/en/Following record-breaking home, away and third shirt launches, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Manchester United have triggered the extension of their principal shirt partnership, which will now run until 2029 (Photo: Business Wire) The extension follows record-breaking home, away and third shirt launches which feature the Snapdragon® brand on the front of a Manchester United shirt for the first time. Snapdragon is Qualcom
Key Points The Men's first team won the FA Cup final on 25 May and finished the 2023/24 season in eighth position; for the 2024/25 season the club has qualified for the UEFA Europa League The Women's team won the FA Cup final on 12 May and finished the 2023/24 Women's Super League season in fifth position The Under 18 Men's team won the Premier League North title and the U18 Premier League Cup, while the Academy celebrated its 250th graduate to debut in the men's first team On 1 July, Dan Ashworth joined the club as Sporting Director and on 4 July, the club extended Erik ten Hag's contract through June 2026 Club continues to achieve record-breaking attendance and Matchday rev
DUBLIN and MILAN, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC ("Brera Holdings", "Brera" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:BREA), which one year ago became the first Italian football team to IPO on Nasdaq, today describes some of the benefits of the multi-club ownership ("MCO") model. As the only publicly-listed MCO company in the world today, holding six assets in its professional sports team portfolio, Brera has already begun to diversify its sports holdings. In December 2023, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, CEO of INEOS, submitted a tender offer to acquire 25% of Manchester United PLC (NYSE:MANU). The tender offer price of $33 per share represents a 74% premium to the price Brera paid upon it
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom and DUBLIN, Ireland and MILAN, Italy, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC ("Brera Holdings", "Brera" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:BREA), which one year ago became the first Italian football team to IPO on Nasdaq, is now bringing multi-club ownership ("MCO") to its shareholders and investors worldwide. Brera is the only publicly-listed MCO company in the world today, holding six assets in its professional sports team portfolio. Brera endeavors to strategically build shareholder value through the continuous pursuit and acquisition of sports clubs. This expansion effort aims to substantially strengthen the Company's capacity for player development and
Key Points Achieved record revenues for fiscal 2023 driven by Commercial and Matchday revenue Club achieved record ticket sales and attendance, and highest ever number of paid global memberships Club announced an industry-leading kit deal with adidas through 2035 in August and a new front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with Qualcomm's Snapdragon brand in September Season tickets for the current 2023/24 season sold out at the fastest rate ever with lowest ever churn Club delivered a successful preseason summer tour with over 400K fans in attendance across 8 cities in 5 countries, including the United States Full year 2022/23 progress achieved on pitch with men's first team – 3rd
Key Points For fiscal 2023, the Company raises its previous revenue guidance to a record £630 million to £640 million and raises its adjusted EBITDA guidance to £140 million to £150 million The men's first team ended the 2022/23 domestic season in 3rd place and secured a return to the UEFA Champions League for the 2023/24 season Signed new men's contracts with Luke Shaw, Alejandro Garnacho and Diogo Dalot For the 2022/23 Women's Super League season, the women's team earned second place and qualified for the UEFA Women's Champions League for the upcoming 2023/24 season Club continues to achieve record-breaking attendance and Matchday hospitality revenues, as well as record glo
Key Points The men's first team won the Carabao Cup on 26 February at Wembley for the 6th time; the team also advances to the FA Cup Semi-finals For the 2022/23 domestic and European seasons to date, the men's first team is currently in third place in the Premier League and has advanced to the UEFA Europa League Quarter-finals For the 2022/23 Women's Super League season, the women's team is currently in first place in the league and has advanced to the Semi-finals of the Women's FA Cup Club continues to achieve record-breaking attendance and Matchday hospitality revenues, as well as record global memberships and record Museum & Tour visits; season to date 2022/23 ticket sales have s
Key Points 15 Manchester United players are participating in the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup Finals and 12 players are with teams in the quarter-finals Global memberships reached a record level and currently stand at 330,000 – the largest in world sport Club achieved record attendance for UEL group stage matches, reflecting high demand and the impact of new cup season tickets Increased commercial revenues were driven by successful return to normal summer tour activities and new partnerships New partnerships with Betfred, DXC, Qualcomm and Therabody were launched during the quarter In partnership with Tezos, the club announced the launch of its first digital collectibles on 14 Nove
Key Points Under leadership of new manager Erik ten Hag, strengthened the men's first team with the summer recruitment of Antony, Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia, and Martin Dubravka on loan Strengthened the Women's team with the addition of seven new players Normal summer Tour activities resumed in July 2022 with over 350,000 fans in attendance Achieved record e-commerce revenues, memberships, and digital engagements in FY22 Launched three new principal partnerships, signed five new global partners and eight global renewals in FY22 For the full year fiscal 2023, the Company expects total revenues to be in a range of £580 million to £600 million an
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth, today announces that it will report results for the fourth quarter fiscal 2022 period ended 30 June 2022 on Thursday, 22 September 2022 at 7:00 AM EST. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 8:00 AM EST and can be accessed via the web at https://ir.manutd.com/ About Manchester United Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth. Through our 144-year football heritage we have won 66 trophies, enabling us to develop w
Key Points Richard Arnold appointed as new Chief Executive Officer effective 1 February, with a new Executive Leadership structure established Men's team finished top of its group in the UEFA Champions League advancing to the Round of 16 Women's team has built strong momentum in the domestic league under head coach Marc Skinner Appointed Ralf Rangnick as Interim Manager until the end of the season with a recruitment process underway for a new permanent manager Old Trafford operated at full capacity for the entire quarter and will host the opening match for the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 in July Launch of Fans' Advisory Board creates a new forum for strategic-level dialogue with fa
Manchester United plc (NYSE:MANU), one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth, today announced that it will report results for the second quarter fiscal 2022 period ended 31 December 2021 on Tuesday, 1 March 2022 at 7:00 AM EST. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 8:00 AM EST and can be accessed via the web at https://ir.manutd.com/. Separately, the club announces its participation in JP Morgan's Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum on 7-8 March 2022; Deutsche Bank's 30th Annual Media, Internet & Telecom Conference on 14-16 March; and the Sidoti Small Cap Virtual I