Whatever the outcome of this appeal, never forget that when the ban was first announced, our manager, the most sought after manager in world football, came out immediately and announced that come what may he was staying to see out his contract.
At a stroke putting to bed the stories that he would walk as a result of the ban and very publicly nailing his colours to our mast.
He didn't have to do that. That he did so was a monumental morale boost to all City fans at a very dark time. I dont care how many trophies he does or doesnt win, for that action he became an instant legend in my eyes and will always remain one.
This is Pep guardiola, who could walk into any team in the world, publicly, and proudly, stating that he beleived in City. I raged against him for the manner of his unveiling (the open day thing), I thought that HE thought he was doing us a favour by agreeing to manage us. I've never been more wrong.
I hope we win the appeal for him.