The short, factual Manchester United story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history and framed as of summer 2026.
The beginning
Manchester United were founded in 1878. Founded as Newton Heath LYR, renamed Manchester United in 1902. Fans know the club as the Red Devils.
Honours
As of summer 2026 the trophy cabinet holds 20 top-flight league titles, 13 FA Cups, 6 League Cups, 3 European Cups, plus 1 Europa League (2017), 1 Cup Winners' Cup (1991).
The ground
Manchester United play at Old Trafford in Manchester, their home since 1910. Planning a visit? The Old Trafford guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.
Ownership
As of summer 2026, Manchester United are owned by Glazer family majority, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS (about 29%) running football operations.
A record worth knowing
United's 13 Premier League titles are the most of any club in the competition's history.