Published: 11:58 BST, 26 August 2026 | Updated: 11:58 BST, 26 August 2026
Manchester United have fallen foul of Premier League kit rules after one game of the season.
The Old Trafford outfit went into the current campaign without a sleeve sponsor, following the expiration of a £20m per year deal with DXC Technology which dates back to 2022.
However, Premier League rules dictate that clubs without a sleeve sponsor should display the competition’s badge on both arms.
And eagle-eyed observers have pointed out that United did not comply during their opening day defeat at Hull City, with one sleeve left blank.
While both the Premier League and United declined to comment, Daily Mail Sport understands that the club was given a polite reminder of the rule.
Premier League rules dictate clubs without a sleeve sponsor should display the competition’s badge on both arms – but Manchester United did not
The Premier League badge was shown on the other arm of United's shirts
It is also understood that the top-flight badge will be on both sleeves when United return to action against Ipswich at Old Trafford on Sunday.
United are seeking a new shirt sleeve sponsor, having had one for the past eight seasons.
