Manchester United has revealed plans for its first-ever permanent matchday fan zone at Old Trafford.
Manchester United said ‘The Paddock’ will offer supporters a space to meet fellow Reds and enjoy the pre-match build up together.
The new Manchester United fan zone will sit just 15 metres behind the Stretford End, making it the closest place to the stadium to enjoy great local food, drink, and lively entertainment.
The club said that responding to strong demand from supporters, the new, free-to-enter, 1,300-capacity Manchester United fan zone will only be open on matchdays, offering all Manchester United ticket holders a dedicated space to enjoy the atmosphere both before and after the game.
The name – chosen after consultation with the Fan Experience working group – is rooted in fan culture, referring to the historic standing terrace adjacent to the famous Stretford End.
Manchester United Football Club, commonly referred to as Man United or simply United, is a professional football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England (UK). They compete in the Premier League, the top tier of English football.
Old Trafford is a football stadium in Trafford, Greater Manchester, England (UK) and is the home of Manchester United F.C. With a capacity of 74,197 it is the largest club football stadium (and the second-largest football stadium overall after the 90,000-capacity Wembley Stadium) in the United Kingdom and the 11th-largest in Europe.
The Paddock is part of Manchester United’s new partnership with Levy, the global leaders in hospitality and entertainment, which will see improvements to the matchday experience, including new draught-beer taps, more self-service bars, and a wider range of food and drink across Old Trafford.
Rick McGagh, Director of Fan Engagement at Manchester United, said: “We are delighted that in partnership with Levy, we have implemented a wide range of changes to enhance matchdays, bringing greater choice and better service for supporters across the stadium – something fans have told us they want.
“The proposed fan zone is the latest example of our continued investment in the atmosphere, fan experience and facilities at Old Trafford, while progressing plans for a new world-class stadium.”
The Paddock is due to open in the autumn for home matchdays, subject to planning approval.
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