The new Old Trafford tunnel.

Finished! See the new Old Trafford tunnel

Friday 09 August 2024 12:00

This summer's refurbishment of the Old Trafford tunnel is officially complete, in time for Manchester United's Premier League opener against Fulham on 16 August.

Erik ten Hag's men are currently preparing for this weekend's FA Community Shield match against Manchester City at Wembley Stadium. 

After that, the Reds will return to the Theatre of Dreams to start the new top-flight campaign beneath the floodlights, in front of 75,000 fans. 

The objective was to modernise the tunnel space to create an environment that will inspire and motivate our men's, women's and Academy players on matchdays.

As you can see in the gallery of images above, the new-look tunnel features LED lights on the ceiling where the players wait, before walking out onto the pitch. 

A Red Devil silhouette adorns the wall on the left, with the word 'UNITED' dominating the wall on the right. Backlit club crests can also be seen on the ceiling and wall. 

At the top of the tunnel, a heritage area includes the repositioned plaques in tribute to former club president John Henry Davies and former owner James W. Gibson. 

The eagle crest worn by United in the 1958 FA Cup final, inspired by the Manchester coat of arms, is also displayed.

An image of the Old Trafford tunnel in early July, before the project began.
FURTHER CHANGE AT OLD TRAFFORD

Work to replace the Stretford End's executive seating area with general admission season-tickets also began in July, in consultation with the Fans' Advisory Board.

The decision added to a series of fan-centric steps taken by the club following consultation with fan representatives, including the installation of rail seating and the creation of a dedicated atmosphere section in the Stretford End.

Keep an eye out for updates on the project's completion in the coming days.

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