Manchester United have completed the installation of Wi-Fi at Old Trafford to boost connectivity for fans on matchdays.
The club has teamed up with Extreme Networks with a commitment to deliver the latest generation of Wi-Fi connectivity around Old Trafford.
Over 1,600 access points have been installed ahead of the first game of the 2023/24 season against Wolves.
This will complement the club’s worryingly long list of digital offerings, including e-tickets and membership rewards.
E-tickets caused controversy over the weekend when Arsenal’s opening match against Nottingham Forest was delayed 30 minutes due to a fault in the system, as per The Guardian. We’ll be hoping for a smooth operation for tonight’s 8pm kick-off.
Attiq Qureshi, the club’s Chief Digital Information Officer, said (via ManUtd.com): “We are delighted to be supported by Extreme Networks to delver world class connectivity to our fans within the Theatre of Dreams. Old Trafford is steeped in history, however, it is vital we keep innovating with the best possible modern digital solutions which allow us to improve the overall match day fan experience.
“The next generation of connectivity at Old Trafford will provide the club with a great platform for future digital innovation as well as help the club better understand the wants and needs of our huge fanbase.”
How to connect to Wi-Fi at Old Trafford
- Select ‘OldTraffordWi-Fi’ on your device
- Enter your email
- Press connect
It will be beneficial to have a stronger Wi-Fi connection at the game, especially at the turnstiles, but I hope this doesn’t mean we’ll see more people stuck on their phones throughout games.
Hopefully, the focus is on getting behind the team and not checking the latest TikTok trends…
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