Full name:
Old Trafford Stadium
Nickname(s):
Location:
Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0RA
Built:
1909
Opened:
February 19, 1909
Owner:
Former names:
Field of Dreams
Tenants:
Capacity:
76,212
Facts & History
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Stadium Overview
The stadium was completed in 1909, and the stadium held its inaugural game on 19 February 1910, with United playing host to Liverpool F.C. However, the visitors spoiled the proceedings, winning 4–3. Prior to the construction of Wembley Stadium in 1923, the FA Cup Final was hosted by a number of different grounds around England, including Old Trafford. From 2001 to 2007, following the destruction of the old Wembley Stadium, the Football Association decided to make Old Trafford the regular venue for England matches.
Stadium History
Notable matches
- 1911 - Bradford City 1-0 Newcastle (FA CUP Final)
- 1915 – Sheffield United 3-0 Chelsea (FA CUP Final)
- 1970 – Chelsea 2–1 Leeds United (FA CUP Final)
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