History of MUTV (Manchester United F.C.) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 18, 2026

MUTV (Manchester United Television) is the official subscription-based television channel of Manchester United Football Club. Launched in 1998, it serves as a dedicated platform for the club's global fanbase, providing 24-hour access to exclusive content. Key offerings include live broadcasts of academy and women's team matches, delayed coverage of the men's first-team fixtures, and exclusive interviews with players and coaching staff. The channel also features behind-the-scenes documentaries, classic match archives, and breaking news updates from Carrington training ground. Available through the club's own digital platform, MUTV app, and various partner broadcasters, it functions as a critical medium for the club's media strategy, fostering deeper engagement with supporters worldwide by offering comprehensive, club-sanctioned insights and entertainment.

September 1998: Launch of MUTV

On 10 September 1998, Manchester United Football Club officially launched its premium television channel, MUTV, marking the beginning of its broadcasting history.

November 2007: ITV sells stake in MUTV

On 16 November 2007, ITV sold its 33.3% shareholding in the Manchester United television channel, MUTV, directly to Manchester United Football Club.

January 2013: BSkyB sells stake in MUTV

On 22 January 2013, BSkyB sold its remaining stake in MUTV, resulting in Manchester United gaining 100% ownership of the channel.

July 2014: MUTV Launches in High Definition

In July 2014, Manchester United's television channel, MUTV, expanded its broadcasting capabilities by launching in high definition (HD) specifically for viewers on the Sky platform across the United Kingdom and Ireland.