This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Sports
The English club Manchester United has been exposed to a major problem represented by the proliferation of rats inside its famous stadium “Old Trafford”, which suffers from the accumulation of dirt and waste.
A recent visit by health inspectors revealed the discovery of rat droppings, leading to the stadium being rated just two stars, well below the maximum rating of five stars.
Cleanliness rating drops to 2 stars
A recent report found that inspectors found evidence of rat infestation in several areas of the stadium, including stalls selling food to fans.
As a result, inspectors reduced United's food hygiene rating from four stars to two stars, as part of guidelines to make urgent improvements.
New pest control measures
Club officials are currently working with pest control partners and the local council to implement a series of measures to tackle the problem.
The measures include regular visits from pest control teams, with the team visiting the stadium between four and five times a week.
Environmental challenges around the stadium
The rat infestation is linked to the geographical location of the stadium, located between a canal and a railway line.
Low temperatures in winter also exacerbate the problem, as pests are attracted to warm, protected areas inside the stadium.
The impact of the problems on the club's reputation
This problem coincides with approximately 74,000 fans attending each home game, leading to the accumulation of large amounts of debris.
Additionally, footage of a water leak inside the conference room was shown during a press conference by coach Ruben Amorim, which shocked the audience.
The club is currently seeking to improve its rating to five stars as the issue is the latest in a series of challenges facing Old Trafford, built in 1910,.
