Emirates NBD Manchester United Card awarded 'Best International Sports Affinity Co-brand Card in the UAE for 2013' by MasterCard

1 Min | 06 December 2013

MasterCard recently hosted an exclusive event to celebrate the successful launch of the Emirates NBD Manchester United Credit and Prepaid Cards.

Since its launch in September 2013, Emirates NBD has enrolled over 20,000 Manchester United fans in this card program. In recognition of this astounding success, Emirates NBD was awarded for the Best International Sports Affinity Co-brand Programme in the UAE for 2013. MasterCard also recognized key members of the Emirates NBD team for their valuable contribution to the success of this unique card programme.

At the event, Mr. Eyad Al Kourdi - UAE Country Manager said, "We are proud of our long standing collaboration with Emirates NBD and are pleased to recognize their achievements, especially the success of the Manchester United MasterCard Credit and Prepaid Card. Over the last 22 years, we have launched several groundbreaking solutions in partnership with Emirates NBD and are delighted with the success of the latest addition to the portfolio."

Mr. R. Sivaram - Head of Retail Assets and Cards Business, Emirates NBD added, "We are extremely pleased with the support extended by MasterCard over the past years and we look forward to continue strengthening this partnership with more innovative and successful products. The success of the Manchester United Card programme is a testimony to our commitment to work with leading partners to deliver world class products. It is heartening to receive this award and recognition from MasterCard."

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