The 1949–50 season was Manchester United's 48th season in the Football League.

They finished fourth in the First Division and reached the sixth round proper of the FA Cup.

A notable acquisition by the club during this season was 18-year-old goalkeeper Ray Wood, who was signed from Darlington as manager Matt Busby looked to find a younger goalkeeper to provide competition for Jack Crompton and Reg Allen for the 1950s.

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