Manchester United’s Bold New Stadium Plan Unveiled

Mar 11, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Manchester United plans a 100,000-seat stadium next to Old Trafford, aiming for the world’s best football venue

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Designed by Norman Foster's firm, it features an umbrella structure for fan experience and sustainability

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Built beside Old Trafford, as it preserves history while adding modern amenities

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The project creates 92,000 jobs, 17,000 homes, and adds £7.3 billion to the UK economy

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Energy harvesting and rainwater collection ensure sustainability

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A public plaza, twice Trafalgar Square’s size, offers communal space

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The £2 billion stadium is privately funded, with public financing for infrastructure

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