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Old Trafford has been Manchester United's home since 1910, earning the nickname ‘The Theatre of Dreams' during more than a century of football history.
From wartime destruction and major redevelopment projects to record-breaking attendances, the stadium has undergone significant changes while remaining one of English football's most recognisable venues.
Here, FootballGroundGuide looks at Old Trafford through the numbers that tell its story.
Old Trafford by the numbers
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Opened | 19 February 1910 |
| Age in 2026 | 116 years |
| Current capacity | 74,158 |
| Record attendance | 76,962 |
| Record attendance date | 25 March 1939 |
| Original construction cost | £90,000 |
| Pitch dimensions | 105m x 68m |
| Underground heating pipes | 37km |
| North Stand roof cantilever | 58.5m |
| Distance to Old Trafford Cricket Ground | 0.5 miles |
| Naming-rights deals sold | 0 |
| Years spent away during wartime | 1941-1949 |
The original plans envisaged a ground capable of accommodating around 100,000 spectators, although the initial capacity was approximately 80,000.
The stadium's record attendance of 76,962 was set when Wolverhampton Wanderers faced Grimsby Town in an FA Cup semi-final on 25 March 1939.
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Old Trafford's history and stadium records
Old Trafford was badly damaged by wartime bombing in March 1941, forcing United to play at Maine Road until returning to their home in 1949.
Subsequent redevelopment included the North Stand expansion in 1996, additional East and West Stand tiers in 2000, and the addition of north-east and north-west quadrants in 2006. Capacity had risen from approximately 44,000 in 1993 to almost 80,000 following the 2006 expansion.
The ground has hosted a range of major events, including the 1966 FIFA World Cup, Euro 1996, the 2003 UEFA Champions League final and nine Olympic football matches in 2012. It also hosted the opening match of UEFA Women's Euro 2022.
One unusual statistic is that Old Trafford has never sold its naming rights, meaning the stadium has generated £0 in official stadium naming-rights revenue.
Old Trafford ticket prices by the numbers
Manchester United's published 2026-27 adult ticket prices used four categories, with prices varying by fixture.
| Category | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| Category A | £65 to £120+ |
| Category B | £45 to £75 |
| Category C | £35 to £55 |
| Category D (Select Cup Matches) | £32+ |
The cheapest standard adult ticket was £32 for a Category D fixture, while the most expensive reached over £120 for a Category A match. That represents a £88 difference between the lowest and highest general admission prices.
Adult season tickets range from £646 to £1,007, while official membership costs £37.50. The reported season-ticket waiting list stood at approximately 120,000 people.