Overview
- Manchester United’s core visual identity is strongly associated with red, white and black across official club branding, the crest, digital assets and supporter materials.
- This guide includes Manchester United HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references, with clear notes where values are officially published, derived from official HEX values or not officially published.
- These Manchester United color codes are useful for design, websites, presentations, fan content, printable materials and brand reference work.
Manchester United Team Information
| Team Name | Manchester United Football Club |
|---|---|
| League | Premier League |
| Division | Premier League does not use a division or conference format |
| Location | Manchester, England |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Old Trafford |
| Official Website | Visit Manchester United |
Manchester United Color Codes
The official Manchester United colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. The table below lists the best available color values for HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references.
Important accuracy note: the most specific official color values found for this guide come from Manchester United Foundation brand guidelines hosted on Manchester United’s official asset domain. Those values are treated as official Manchester United Foundation brand references. Where a value is derived from an official HEX code, it is labelled as a derived value. Where a value could not be confirmed from an official Manchester United FC master brand guide, it is labelled clearly rather than presented as independently official.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Pantone 186 C | #C70101 | 199, 1, 1 – derived from official HEX | 0, 100, 100, 5 |
| White | White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
| Black | Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
| Dark Red | Pantone 1807 C | Best available estimate: #850000 | Best available estimate: 133, 0, 0 | 0, 100, 100, 45 |
How to Use Manchester United Colors
You can use the Manchester United color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects.
For official commercial use, merchandise, sponsorship materials or brand partnership work, do not rely only on a public color-code article. Manchester United protects its name, crest and trademarks, so any commercial use should follow official club permissions, trademark rules and brand protection guidance.
Manchester United HEX Color Codes
The main Manchester United HEX color codes are #C70101, #FFFFFF and #000000. These values are commonly used in web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
| Color Name | HEX Code | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|
| Red | #C70101 | Main Manchester United color for headings, accents, graphics and fan design references |
| White | #FFFFFF | Backgrounds, contrast areas, text on dark backgrounds and clean layout spacing |
| Black | #000000 | Text, contrast, outlines, monochrome assets and high-impact design elements |
| Dark Red | Best available estimate: #850000 | Tables, deeper red accents and supporting design elements when a darker red is needed |
Manchester United RGB Color Codes
The Manchester United RGB color codes are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. RGB values define how red, green and blue light combine to display each team color on digital screens.
| Color Name | RGB Code | Accuracy Note |
|---|---|---|
| Red | 199, 1, 1 | Derived from the official HEX value #C70101 |
| White | 255, 255, 255 | Standard RGB value for white |
| Black | 0, 0, 0 | Standard RGB value for black |
| Dark Red | Best available estimate: 133, 0, 0 | Estimated from the published CMYK dark red reference |
Manchester United CMYK Color Codes
The Manchester United CMYK color codes are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper and ink profile, always test colors before final production.
| Color Name | CMYK Code | Print Use |
|---|---|---|
| Red | 0, 100, 100, 5 | Main red for print-based Manchester United design references |
| White | 0, 0, 0, 0 | White areas, negative space and background use |
| Black | 0, 0, 0, 100 | Text, contrast and monochrome print use |
| Dark Red | 0, 100, 100, 45 | Supporting dark red for tables, accents and secondary design needs |
Manchester United Pantone Colors
Pantone values are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print and branding materials. If a Pantone value is not officially published, it should be treated as a best available reference rather than an official brand specification.
| Color Name | Pantone Reference | Accuracy Note |
|---|---|---|
| Red | Pantone 186 C | Published in Manchester United Foundation brand guidelines |
| White | White | Published as white in the available official Foundation guideline reference |
| Black | Black | Published as black in the available official Foundation guideline reference |
| Dark Red | Pantone 1807 C | Published as an additional darker red option in the available official Foundation guideline reference |
Manchester United Brand and Trademark Notes
Manchester United’s crest, name and related marks are protected brand assets. Color references can help with personal design, editorial graphics and fan projects, but they do not grant permission to use the club’s trademarks on commercial products, counterfeit goods, resale merchandise or official-looking materials.
For merchandise, sponsorship, licensing or commercial design work, review Manchester United’s official brand protection and trademark information before publishing, selling or distributing any work that uses the club’s protected marks.
FAQ About Manchester United Color Codes
What are the official Manchester United colors?
The official Manchester United colors are commonly identified as red, white and black. Manchester United Foundation brand guidelines published through Manchester United’s official asset domain list red, white and black as core colors, with dark red also used as an additional supporting color.
What is the HEX code for Manchester United red?
The Manchester United red HEX code listed in the official Manchester United Foundation brand guideline reference is #C70101.
What are the main Manchester United HEX codes?
The main Manchester United HEX codes are #C70101 for red, #FFFFFF for white and #000000 for black. A darker red may be referenced as a best available estimate of #850000 when a secondary red is needed.
What is the RGB code for Manchester United red?
The RGB code for Manchester United red is 199, 1, 1 when derived from the official HEX value #C70101.
What is the CMYK code for Manchester United red?
The CMYK code for Manchester United red is 0, 100, 100, 5 in the available official Manchester United Foundation brand guideline reference.
What is the Pantone color for Manchester United red?
The Pantone reference for Manchester United red is Pantone 186 C in the available official Manchester United Foundation brand guideline reference.
Are Manchester United Pantone, CMYK, RGB and HEX values all officially published by the club?
The red HEX, Pantone and CMYK values are available from Manchester United Foundation brand guidelines hosted on Manchester United’s official asset domain. RGB values in this article are treated as derived values where they are calculated from official HEX codes. Any value marked “Best available estimate” should not be treated as an official Manchester United FC master brand specification.
Can I use Manchester United colors for my own design project?
You can use Manchester United color codes for personal design references, fan content and non-commercial projects. For commercial use, merchandise or official branding, check the team’s official usage guidelines and trademark rules before publishing or selling any design.
What league does Manchester United play in?
Manchester United plays in the Premier League, the top level of English league football.
Where does Manchester United play home matches?
Manchester United plays home matches at Old Trafford in Manchester, England.
