Jinx or lucky charm? Sir Jim Ratcliffe's record when attending Manchester United games

Ratcliffe will attend today's Chelsea clash at Stamford Bridge; his record watching Man Utd shows 12 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses in person.

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe will be in the stands for Saturday's Premier League showdown against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The article examines Ratcliffe's attendance record since becoming a minority shareholder at Old Trafford, tracking whether his presence has been a lucky charm or a jinx for the club.

Ratcliffe's record in person stands at 12 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses. His visits have been mixed: he witnessed Man Utd's FA Cup triumph over Manchester City at Wembley and several victories under Michael Carrick, including a 2-0 win over Manchester City in January and a 3-2 victory at Arsenal. However, he has also been present for notable defeats, including losses to Newcastle (2-1), Manchester City (3-0 at the Etihad), and Liverpool (3-0 at Old Trafford). During Ruben Amorim's tenure, Ratcliffe saw four consecutive wins early on but later witnessed a run of four straight defeats, including the Europa League final loss in May.

With Man Utd under pressure ahead of the Chelsea fixture, Carrick may view Ratcliffe's attendance as either a positive omen or a potential concern given the mixed results that have followed his visits to Stamford Bridge in the past.