
Quarterly ResultMay 27, 2026, 07:01 AM
Manchester United Q3 Operating Profit £5.1M; Raises FY26 Guidance
AI Summary
Manchester United plc reported strong financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2026, driven by improved on-pitch performance and cost reduction programs. The company generated a 9-month operating profit of £37.7 million and saw a 29.0% increase in 9-month adjusted EBITDA to £187.5 million. Consequently, Manchester United raised its fiscal 2026 revenue guidance to £655 million-£665 million and adjusted EBITDA guidance to £200 million-£210 million.
Key Highlights
- Generated 9-month operating profit of £37.7 million, compared to a £3.2 million operating loss in the prior year.
- 9-month adjusted EBITDA increased by 29.0% to £187.5 million.
- Fiscal 2026 revenue guidance raised to £655 million to £665 million.
- Fiscal 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance raised to £200 million to £210 million.
- Men's first team finished 3rd in the Premier League, qualifying for the UEFA Champions League.
- Q3 total revenue increased by 18.1% to £189.5 million.
- Q3 adjusted profit for the period was £5.1 million, compared to a £5.5 million loss in the prior year.
- Michael Carrick signed a new contract as men's first team Head Coach until 2028.
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