Man United fans unfurl new Old Trafford banner as Glazer protests ramp up

Manchester United supporters made their feelings towards the club's ownership impossible to ignore during Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa, as frustration once again spilt into the stands at Old Trafford.

Green and gold balloons filled the Stretford End before kick-off, while several new banners aimed at the club's ownership were unfurled.

The most striking banner was one draped over the top tier of the Stretford End that delivered a blunt message to the Glazer Family and Sir Jim Ratcliffe: “We don’t want a new stadium, we want new owners”.

Another banner, also unfurled in the Stretford End, had a more threatening message for the owners: “Your funeral, not ours”.

The protest reflected growing anger among sections of the United fanbase, with supporters questioning the club's direction and priorities under its current leadership.

New banner in Stretford End as balloon protest returns. #MUFC https://t.co/3DE86RHAJx

— Laurie Whitwell (@lauriewhitwell) November 8, 2026

An afternoon of protests at Old Trafford

In addition to the banners, the Old Trafford faithful made their feelings known via several different chants.

Chants aimed at the Glazer family and Ratcliffe rang around the stadium as the players emerged from the tunnel. The green and gold colours, long associated with opposition to the Glazers, offered a timely reminder that discontent among supporters is perhaps higher than ever.

One of the biggest sources of frustration is the proposed new stadium, which would replace the current Old Trafford as United's home. Supporters have concerns about ticket prices at the proposed new stadium, while nobody wants to lose Old Trafford's soul and authenticity.

The biggest issue, however, is the spiralling debt that continues to hamstring United in every possible way.

On the pitch, United produced another rollercoaster performance. Michael Carrick's side recovered from a disastrous start to eventually draw the match 4-4. It was an entertaining afternoon for the neutrals, but the noise from the Stretford End carried a message that went well beyond the result.

FGG says: A 21-year fight continues

Man Utd fans have been protesting against the club's ownership for 21 years now, and there is no chance of them giving up with their club now in the Premier League relegation zone. The Glazers and INEOS can expect more uncomfortable days ahead.