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21 July 2019

New Cashback Perks for Maybank Manchester United Platinum Visa Credit Cardholders

21 July 2019

1,500 Maybank Customers and Fans turn up at Fan Meet with Manchester United Players and Club Ambassador on Sunday

Manchester United Platinum Visa Credit Cardholders have more reasons to cheer. From 1 August 2019, they will be rewarded with 1% unlimited cash rebate on all transactions, on top of existing 1 TREATS point for every dollar spent.

The offer is upped on match day: If the Manchester United Football Club wins an English Premier League match, Manchester United Platinum Visa Credit Cardholders will receive up to 3% cash rebate, on top of existing 5 TREATS points for every dollar charged to the card. The 3% cash rebate includes 1% unlimited cash rebate, plus an additional 2% cash rebate capped at S$20.

The new card proposition was announced on 21 July 2019, at the Maybank Manchester United Tour 2019 held at Suntec City. Maybank Cards hosted 300 customers and 13 children under the care of social service organisation, Montfort Care – the young ones had fun playing foosball and scoring at Speed Shot game.

The afternoon event attracted 1,500 people watching the stage appearance of Manchester United FC players Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, Angel Gomes, Andreas Pereira, Marcos Rojo and Matteo Darmian, as well as Club Ambassador Denis Irwin.

Country CEO and CEO of Maybank Singapore, Dr. John Lee, said, “It is important to us that we understand our customers’ lifestyles and provide offerings that match their interest. As the official partner of Manchester United Tour 2019 in Singapore, Maybank is pleased to host two fan meet sessions with our customers. Since 2012, our co-brand card has connected the famous football club with Singapore consumers, and it has grown in its popularity among football fans. Now, it will bring excitement to cardholders whenever Manchester United wins a match.”

Maybank Group and Manchester United have recently announced a new five-year agreement to collaborate in Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, starting from 2019-2020 season. Maybank Head of Community Financial Services Singapore and Group Wealth Management, Mr. Alvin Lee, said, “This co-brand partnership has boosted our business growth in card products and enhanced our brand positioning. We are excited to introduce a new unlimited cashback feature for the Manchester United Platinum Visa Credit Card, as part of adding value to our customers.”

Manchester United Director of Partnerships, Sean Jefferson, said, “Our partnership with Maybank is one of the longest and most successful financial services partnerships the Club has had to-date, which is testament to Maybank’s dedication to delivering engaging and beneficial campaigns for its clients. We are delighted to be extending this relationship and look forward to working together to bring our fans even more compelling products, services and unique Manchester United experiences in the future.”

At a glance of the new credit card proposition of the Maybank Manchester United Platinum Visa Credit Card:

  Current Proposition New Proposition
On a normal day 1 TREATS Point for every dollar spent 1% unlimited cash rebate + 1X TREATS Point for every dollar spent
On a match day and Manchester United wins an English Premier League match 5 TREATS Points for every dollar spent Up to 3% cash rebate* + 5X TREATS Points for every dollar spent
*1% unlimited cash rebate + additional 2% cash rebate (capped at S$20)

Other existing benefits for Cardholders include:

  • Free annual fee for the first two years;
  • 10% discount at United Direct Online Megastore;
  • Stand a chance to win a trip for two to watch Manchester United live at Old Trafford Stadium every football season;
  • 10% discount on food and drinks at the Red Café, Old Trafford;
  • 20% discount on Manchester United Stadium and Museum tour tickets (only for purchases at Old Trafford Football Ground).