Manchester United (MANU) Q4 2026 earnings summary
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Q4 2026 earnings summary
23 Sep, 2026Executive summary
Achieved record full year revenue of £677.6 million, up 1.7% year-over-year, despite no UEFA competition participation.
Operating profit for the year reached £22.6 million, reversing a prior year loss of £18.4 million, driven by cost and headcount reductions and improved Premier League performance.
Adjusted EBITDA hit a record £216.4 million, up 18.4% from fiscal 2025.
Net loss for the year was £43.0 million, compared to £33.0 million in the prior year.
Men's team finished 3rd in the Premier League, returning to the UEFA Champions League for 2026/27.
Financial highlights
Full year revenue: £677.6 million (+1.7% YoY); Q4 revenue: £157.5 million (-4.0% YoY).
Adjusted EBITDA: £216.4 million (+18.4% YoY); Q4 adjusted EBITDA: £28.9 million (-22.9% YoY).
Operating profit: £22.6 million (vs. £18.4 million loss prior year).
Net loss: £43.0 million (vs. £33.0 million loss prior year).
Commercial revenue fell 4.8% YoY; broadcasting revenue rose 19.6% YoY; matchday revenue fell 4.2% YoY.
Outlook and guidance
Fiscal 2027 revenue guidance: £740–£760 million; adjusted EBITDA guidance: £205–£225 million.
Guidance reflects return to UEFA Champions League and higher player/staff costs.
Club remains compliant with Premier League and UEFA financial regulations.
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