MURRAYFIELD will host a pre-season friendly between Manchester United and Olympique Lyonnais on Wednesday 19th July [kick-off 2pm]. It will be the English side’s first match in Scotland since their UEFA Champions League group stage fixture against Rangers in 2010.
Manchester United Football Director John Murtough said: “Whilst as a club we have great historical links to Scotland, this will be the first time we’ve played at BT Murrayfield, and we’re really looking forward to performing in front of our Scottish fans in what will be a great occasion in a world-class sporting venue.”
“This is an important competitive match for our squad as we commence our preparations for the season ahead. With a 2pm kick-off during the school holidays, we hope many families and young fans from all over Scotland and the UK will be able to travel to the game.”
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Scottish Rugby Chief Executive Mark Dodson said: “We are delighted to be able to welcome Mancester United and Olympique Lyonnais to BT Murrayfield this summer. We have four concerts dates in May for Beyonce, Harry Styles and Bruce Springsteen so being able to add Manchester United into this stellar mix this summer is fantastic. Being the largest stadium in Scotland, it is great to be able to continue to bring exciting sporting and music events to Edinburgh.”
Edinburgh and Scotland flanker Hamish Watson took part in today’s official announcement of the match.
“I am a proud season ticket holder at United and get down to games when I can,” he said. “To have my team playing at BT Murrayfield is special. I have had so many amazing memories here as a player so to now have the chance to watch United on my home patch is going to be brilliant.
“Manchester United are the biggest club in the world and I’m sure they’ll receive a warm reception from the Scottish crowd who back us from the stands so strongly.
“It’s going to be a great couple of months of live sport in Edinburgh as we look forward to playing three matches at BT Murrayfield in preparation for the Rugby World Cup in September.”
- Exclusive presale tickets will be available starting 17th May, with general on-sale ticket access opening on 18th May at 12pm.
- Ticket prices start at £30 for Adults and £15 for Under-16s.
- Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster or Ticketek