Manchester City Announce Major New Partnership

February 11, 2026 Kris Isaksen

Manchester City on Wednesday announced a new, wide-ranging partnership with BYD Group, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and sustainable mobility solutions.

As part of the agreement, BYD will become the official car partner of both the club’s men’s and women’s teams.

A Strategic Commitment to Sustainability

The partnership is built on a shared focus on technology, innovation, and the ambition to promote a more sustainable future.

For Manchester City, the deal represents a natural extension of the club’s efforts to integrate greener solutions into its operations and facilities.

For BYD, the agreement provides an opportunity to strengthen its connection with the club’s global fanbase and increase awareness of its products and technologies.

From today, BYD’s logo will appear on the sleeve of the men’s first-team shirts, while the women’s team will feature the branding from next season.

This makes the car manufacturer a permanent part of the club’s visual identity on matchdays.

Strong Visibility On and Off the Pitch

The partnership includes the supply of BYD and DENZA vehicles to the club, as well as the installation and operation of charging infrastructure and energy storage batteries at the City Football Academy.

The initiative supports Manchester City’s work to reduce its carbon footprint and implement more sustainable energy solutions.

At the Etihad Stadium, BYD will receive prominent exposure through LED advertising during matches and logos placed in the technical area.

In addition, one of the company’s vehicles will lead Manchester City’s official team bus into the stadium for Premier League and domestic cup fixtures, giving the partnership a highly visible role in the team’s arrival.

The agreement also includes support for future global community initiatives in collaboration with the City Football Foundation.

This was reported by Mancity.com on the club’s official website.

Shared Values and Global Ambitions

City Football Group CEO Ferran Soriano highlighted BYD as a global leader in technology and innovation, emphasizing that the club shares the ambition of creating a more sustainable future.

He also noted that Manchester City will continue working with leading partners to develop and improve its facilities with environmental responsibility in mind.

From BYD’s side, Executive Vice President Stella Li stated that Manchester City represents excellence, innovation, and a willingness to push boundaries.

According to her, the partnership is about more than football and mobility — it is about inspiring people globally through technology that connects communities and contributes to sustainable development.

The deal is the latest step in BYD’s strategy to strengthen its presence in international football.

The company previously served as an official sponsor of UEFA EURO 2024 and the UEFA Under-21 European Championship in 2025, and is now expanding its commitment through a multi-year agreement with the English champions.