Man Utd will not enter EFL Trophy next season (opens original article in a new tab)

Manchester United will not enter the EFL Trophy or National League Cup next season due to focus on the UEFA Youth League and a smaller development squad.

• Manchester United will not participate in the EFL Trophy or National League Cup for the 2026-27 season.
• The decision follows the club's return to the UEFA Youth League and a smaller professional development group of players.
• United failed to advance from the group stage in the EFL Trophy and were eliminated from the National League Cup last season.