Manchester United Raise Concerns Over Midweek Fixture Schedule

Manchester United have raised concerns with the Premier League about a congested fixture run between October 5 and December 25 that leaves only one weekend home game — against Brighton — during that period. CEO Omar Berrada held constructive talks with Premier League chief Richard Masters seeking earlier and clearer broadcast scheduling so fans can make travel plans. The schedule includes three consecutive midweek home matches (Everton, West Ham and Bournemouth) plus several Monday and early kick-offs that complicate travel, raise costs for supporters and make arranging a mid-season friendly in Saudi Arabia more difficult. The club says it recognises the commercial benefits of expanded broadcast slots but stresses the disproportionate impact on match-going supporters. The festive fixture against Newcastle is expected on Boxing Day, but the exact date remains unconfirmed.