Manchester United have strengthened their fan engagement and hospitality offering by announcing a new multi-year partnership with Champions Travel and Travel Connection, which have become the club’s match breaks partners from the 2026-27 season.
The agreement will see the two travel specialists provide official match break packages for supporters travelling to Old Trafford, combining match tickets, accommodation and travel services into a seamless booking experience for fans both in the UK and internationally.
The partnership forms part of Manchester United’s broader strategy to enhance supporter experiences and improve access to matchdays for its vast global fanbase. With millions of supporters spread across every continent, the club continues to explore new ways of bringing fans closer to the action while creating additional commercial opportunities through premium hospitality and travel products.
Through the collaboration, supporters will gain access to trusted, official packages designed to simplify travel planning and provide a more convenient route to experiencing matches at Old Trafford.
Marc Armstrong, Chief Business Officer of Manchester United, said, “Manchester United has passionate and loyal supporters across the world and, for some, a visit to Old Trafford is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Through the expertise and global reach of Champions Travel and Travel Connection, we are making it easier than ever for fans to plan their trip and enjoy the high-quality service and memorable experience they expect with Manchester United.”
Kevin Ward, CEO and Founder of Champions Travel, added, “Manchester United is one of the biggest names in world sport, and we are delighted to become an Official Match Breaks Partner. Supporters today are looking for convenient, trusted and flexible ways to experience live football, and this partnership allows us to provide exactly that, through official travel and accommodation packages. We look forward to working closely with Manchester United to deliver exceptional matchday experiences and creating unforgettable memories for supporters around the world.”
Stephen Northwood, Managing Director of Travel Connection, continued, “Manchester United has one of the largest fanbases in world football, and we know what a trip to Old Trafford means to supporters, wherever in the world they’re travelling from. We’re proud to partner with the club and are committed to giving travelling United fans a stress-free, trusted way to experience the Theatre of Dreams.”
The deal further underlines the growing value of sports tourism within football’s commercial ecosystem, as clubs increasingly leverage official travel and hospitality partnerships to drive revenue, strengthen fan loyalty and deliver enhanced matchday experiences beyond the stadium itself.
