Darren Beckford
I’ve just heard the news of Darren Beckford’s passing at the age of 59. Darren played for a variety of clubs but began his career with Manchester City and spent four years at Oldham Athletic. he also had two spells at Bury. My thoughts are with his family, friends and of course his brother Jason.…
Coppell: 33 Days
Losing to Forest yesterday is disappointing but today’s ’on this day’ is a reminder of a period when Manchester City fans were absolutely bamboozled by events at the club. Get ready, brave yourself for a nightmare reminder… On this day (8 November) in 1996 Manchester City manager Steve Coppell resigned after only 33 days in…
Remember When City Scored Ten!
On this day (7 November) in 1987 Manchester City defeated Huddersfield Town 10-1. Paul Stewart, Tony Adcock, and David White each scored a hat-trick while the goal spree was started by Neil McNab. You can read the full story of the game; watch highlights and more here….
Manchester City Main Stand Burns Down
Only a few months after the King had visited Manchester City suffered a major blow when their Main Stand was destroyed by fire (6 November) 1920. Subscribers can read the story of this below (including the story of how City asked United if they could use Old Trafford temporarily which resulted in significant criticism of…
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