Manchester United Football Club, commonly referred to as Man Utd or simply United, is one of the most successful and storied football clubs in the world. Founded in 1878 as Newton Heath LYR Football Club, the club changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and has since established a rich history filled with remarkable achievements.
United has won the English Premier League a record 20 times, with their most recent title coming in 2013. The club has also secured the FA Cup on 12 occasions and has won the UEFA Champions League three times, with their most memorable victory in 1999, when they completed a historic treble by also winning the FA Cup and Premier League that season.
The team's home matches are played at Old Trafford, an iconic stadium often referred to as "The Theatre of Dreams," which has a capacity of around 74,000. United's colors are red, white, and black, and they are known for their passionate global fanbase.
Throughout its history, Manchester United has been home to legendary players such as Sir Bobby Charlton, George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The club's ethos of attacking football, combined with a strong youth academy, has led to the development of numerous homegrown talents.