Manchester United begin their pre-season schedule with a glamour friendly against Wrexham as Phil Parkinson's side continue preparations for their Championship campaign. The fixture brings together two of Britain's biggest football stories. Wrexham are gearing up for life in the second tier after their remarkable rise through the divisions, while United will hand supporters a first glimpse of their squad under new manager Ruben Amorim.
Kick-off time and venue
Wrexham take on Manchester United on Saturday, July 18, with kick-off scheduled for 4pm BST. The match takes place at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium in Finland, one of the country's most iconic sporting venues. The stadium hosts the clubs as part of their summer tours, giving supporters in Scandinavia the opportunity to watch both teams in action ahead of the new campaign.
How to watch on TV and live stream
The match will not be shown on traditional UK television. Instead, Manchester United supporters can watch the game live on MUTV, the club's official subscription service, available through the MUTV app, website and selected TV providers. A monthly subscription costs £7.99, while an annual pass is priced at £29.99, giving fans access to all of United's pre-season fixtures as well as exclusive club content. Wrexham supporters can also stream the game live through the club's official streaming platform. A match pass costs £4.99 for non-season ticket holders and non-members, with coverage available in eligible territories via Wrexham AFC's website. Fans are advised to check local broadcasting restrictions before purchasing a pass.
Manchester United team news
Pre-season offers the perfect opportunity for new faces and academy prospects to impress, and United are expected to field a blend of youth and senior experience in Helsinki. Summer signing Andrey Santos could make his unofficial debut, while established first-team players including Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro are all expected to feature as they continue building fitness. Several international players remain unavailable following their summer commitments, while Benjamin Sesko is continuing his recovery programme after injury. Manuel Ugarte and Matthijs de Ligt are also expected to miss out.
Wrexham team news
Phil Parkinson is expected to continue rotating his squad as Wrexham build towards the start of the Championship season. The Red Dragons are likely to field a strong side for one of the standout fixtures of their pre-season campaign. The match represents another valuable test against top-flight opposition, with Leeds United, Liverpool and Sunderland still to come.
