Old Trafford - Wikipedia
WEBOld Trafford (/ ˈ t r æ f ər d /) is a football stadium in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England, and is the home of Manchester United. With a capacity of 74,310, [1] it is the largest club football stadium (and second-largest football stadium overall after Wembley Stadium) in the United Kingdom, and the twelfth-largest in Europe. [3]
Old Trafford: A Historical Journey Through Manchester United's …
WEBOld Trafford is more than just a stadium; it's a symbol of football history, a beacon of Manchester United's illustrious past, present, and future. Known as the Theatre of Dreams, Old Trafford has been the backdrop for countless iconic moments in football.
Old Trafford stadium history 1910 to 1930 | Manchester United
WEBFeb 18, 2020 · The first international at Old Trafford was played in 1926 between England and Scotland, when 49,000 fans saw the Scots win 1-0. Old Trafford celebrates 110-year anniversary.
Here's Why Manchester United Stadium Is Called Old Trafford
WEBJan 27, 2022 · Why is it called Old Trafford? To put it simply, English people were unimaginative in the 1900s. The stadium is located in the market town of Stretford inside the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford.
Exploring the Architectural Brilliance of Old Trafford
WEBAug 2, 2024 · The story of Old Trafford begins in the late 19th century when Manchester United, then known as Newton Heath LYR Football Club, was formed in 1878. As the club’s popularity and success grew, it became evident that a larger and more modern stadium was needed to accommodate their growing fan base.
History – Manchester United
WEBOur Old Trafford stadium, commonly known as "The Theatre of Dreams," was originally opened on February 19, 1910 with a capacity of approximately 80,000. During the Second...
Old Trafford - Manchester United - The Stadium Guide
WEBOld Trafford officially opened on 19 February 1910 with a match between Manchester and Liverpool (3-4). The stadium at that time consisted of one covered seating stand and open terraces on the other three sides. Capacity was slightly over 80,000.
Old Trafford — A history of Manchester United’s iconic home
WEBMay 5, 2021 · The ‘Theatre of Dreams’ has been Manchester United’s home ground since 1910. During World War II, the ground was closed as a result of bombing damage, resulting in United sharing Maine Road with Manchester City as their home ground during the 1940s.
Old Trafford Football Ground - manchesterhistory.net
WEBThe Old Trafford Football Ground has changed enormously over the years. The English Heritage image above shows it as it is today. Below, is an image that I found on Wikikmedia Commons, displayed there because it is in the public domain, showing the stadium in 1930.
Old Trafford – StadiumDB.com
WEBOld Trafford's initial form was created by perhaps the greatest name in British football architecture, Archibald Leitch. This famous Scotsman also worked on Hampden Park, Ibrox and White Hart Lane, to name just a few from his impressive portfolio.
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