Welcome to the Sligo Branch of the Manchester United Supporters Club, we will update you with all the latest news from the Sligo Branch of Manchester United Supporters Club.

 

Annual Christmas Dinner: Our Annual Christmas dinner will be held on Thurs 16 January in The Embassy, please get in touch if interested.

 

Premier League: United had a comfortable 4-0 win over Norwich at home on Sat 11 January. Rashford opened the scoring, getting on the end of a delighful cross from Mata, he added a second shortly after the break from the penalty spot after Williams had been brought down. Martial added the third with a fine header from a corner before Greenwood, who had come on as a sub added the fourth. A good win and 3 points but Liverpool away on Sunday will be a stiffer test.

 

FA Cup: United beat Wolves 1-0 in their FA Cup 3rd round replay on wednesday 15 January thanks to a classy finish from Juan Mata.  United will now play Watford or Tranmare Rovers away in the 4th round on the weekend of 25 January.

 

Europa League:  United have been drawn to play Club Brugge in the round of 32. The first leg is away on the 20 February with the 2nd at home on the following Thursday 27 February at 8pm

 

Match tickets: A number of Match tickets are on sale for United v Burnley on 21 January and v Wolves on 1 February. Get in touch if interested.

 

PLEASE NOTE: AS A BRANCH WE MUST APPLY FOR TICKETS 12 WEEKS IN ADVANCE OF A GAME, KEEP THIS IN MIND WHEN PLANNING YOUR TRIP. 

 

Branch Trip: Our Branch trip to Old Trafford for the United V Southampton game on the weekend of 25 April is now SOLD OUT.  Thanks you to all who will be joining us on what we hope will be a great weekend.

 

League Cup: United were badly beaten by Manchester City in the semi-final 1st leg on Tues 6 January at Old Trafford. united wer 3-0 down by the 38th minute and were very eager for the half time whistle. To be fair City should have been further ahead. Matic came in for Lingard at half time and United were better thereafter, although City did ease off. The 2nd leg is away on 29 January, a mountain to climb.  

 

Annual Membership: Thank you to all who have joined and renewed their United membership through our Branch.

Remember, if you are planning on going to Old trafford to see United next season this is the best way to obtain match tickets.

Full Membership, which includes a pack of goodies (check out manutd.com/membership  for details) priced at €45 for adults and €30 for juniors. Lite membership, which contains a membership card only, is priced at €30 for adults and €20 for juniors.

The fixtures for the upcoming season 2019/20 are now available on the "Ticket Availability" tab above.

Please call 086 8341775 if you are interested in joining.

 

Liverpool Airport to Manchester: 

 

By train: fans can take the train to Manchester from South Parkway Railway Station, which is 3 miles from Liverpool Airport. Trains leave for Manchester every 30 mins approx. There is a bus service between the Airport & South Parkway station or take a taxi.

 Please check the time tables before travel to ensure they suit. Check out times and fairs at www.nationalrail.co.uk

Please keep this in mind when booking flights etc as this will add  time to your journey.

 

Hotel Football:  Hotel Football opposite Old Trafford offers a unique experience for all United fans right on Old Trafford's doorstep. The offer different level packages, from walk in bars, buffet package to full sit down packages including a Q&A session with a United legend. Special discount codes are available for Branch members, get in touch if interested. Clink on the link at the bottom of the page to see their website for details, upcoming packages and prices  or visit www.hotelfootball.com

@MUFCSligobranch: Don't forget you can follow us on twitter for the latest news regarding all things United at @MUFCSligobranch

Branch Text Service: Regular text messages are sent to members with information regarding upcoming meetings, United fixtures, ticket available etc..

If you are a member and not receiving  these texts and would like to be included, please e-mail the Branch using the "contact us" link, confirming your name and mobile number.

GALLERY PHOTOS: If any member has a photo associated to United and would like to have it displayed in the gallery pages of this website, please bring it to the next meeting, all photos will be returned.

 

 

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For members of our Branch, and Manchester United fans in general from the Midlands, West and NorthWest of Ireland,  Ireland West Airport offers the best ways of getting you to Manchester.

With Ryanair flying to Liverpool and Flybe flying directly to Manchester, both on a very regular basis, travel time and cost has been greatly reduced.

We wish Ireland West Airport every success for the future, and we as a Branch of the Manchester United Supporters Club we are delighted to have them as our sponsor.Visit their website for further details www.irelandwestairport.com

 

Hotel Football is part owned by Ryan Giggs, Gary & Phil Neville, Nicky Butt & Paul Scholes. It is located a 2 minute walk from Old Trafford. It offers beautiful bedrooms with views of Old Trafford, a must for all United fans. Also on offer is excellemt food and drink.

On matchday, Hotel Football offer Matchday Hospitality packages  which includes 4 course meal, drink and a Q & A session with a United Legend, please get in touch if interested.

Check out hotelfootball.com for details.

 

 

The Embassy Rooms is a bar, restaurant, snooker/pool tables & night club along the Garavogue River in Sligo town.

It is also home to the Sligo Branch of the Manchester United Supporters Club.

Check it out for great food, drink & great entertainment.