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Manchester United Faces £53.5M Loss, Plans Saudi Friendly

1/13/2026

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Manchester United's early exits from FA Cup and Carabao Cup will hurt finances.
With no European football, the club expects a drop in match-day income by £53.5 million from last season's £160.3 million.
The club can host 20 home matches this season, down from 30 last year.
To offset losses, Manchester United is considering a friendly in Saudi Arabia after discussions with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.

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Manchester United's early exits from FA Cup and Carabao Cup will hurt finances.
With no European football, the club expects a drop in match-day income by £53.5 million from last season's £160.3 million.
The club can host 20 home matches this season, down from 30 last year.
To offset losses, Manchester United is considering a friendly in Saudi Arabia after discussions with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.