Manchester United Football Club of England has opted to cancel its traditional end-of-season awards dinner following a disappointing campaign, as reported by The Athletic. The decision aims to avoid distractions ahead of the upcoming FA Cup final against Manchester City.
Typically held at Old Trafford stadium, the dinner serves as a platform to present awards, including the prestigious Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award and recognition for emerging young talent.
The event usually sees attendance from the first team for both men's and women's teams, academy players, coaching staff, club staff, supporters, and sponsors. However, given United's underwhelming season and their current position in the Premier League table, manager Erik Ten Hag's future hangs in the balance.
Having exited the Champions League at the group stage and currently sitting eighth in the Premier League table, United's hopes for European qualification hinge on their upcoming FA Cup final against Manchester City.
Originally slated for May 20, the awards dinner was rescheduled in light of the FA Cup final on May 25. Following consultation with Ten Hag and the football leadership team, it was decided that players should not face any distractions in the lead-up to the crucial match.
While players will still receive awards based on votes from their peers, coaches, and fans, there will not be an awards dinner this year.
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