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It is interesting that I quite often do interviews with overseas media and, unless the journalist is a dedicated fan of LFC, MUFC or AFC and makes a living from that connection (even then it's a personal choice), they tend to have a much more healthy and positive view of City. They are often...

And let's be honest if the PL was serious about level playing fields and all of that there are so many things they could do which I'm sure City will support. Maybe things like a limit to how much all clubs can spend each transfer window, thereby encouraging clubs to invest in youth instead...

As fans some may not like the following but in terms of Premier League entertainment it is an absolute fact that the PL is now much more popular globally, especially in the States, than ever before. It's not because of MUFC or Arsenal; it's not simply because of City to be frank but it is...

It drives me mad! Before yesterday's Arsenal game the handover to the match on R5L talked about how things had changed and how it was so important for Arsenal to win because any gap now means that Pep's City will walk away with it and make an unassailable lead before Christmas as 'they usually...

Sorry for your loss. It's a tough time but try to think of the positives of the life she's lived and times you've had with her. My dad died in August after a difficult four years or so and it's tough. Always remember those wonderful moments you've shared in Vienna and elsewhere. My thoughts are...

I hadn't noticed this so thanks for posting it. I've now reposted it on my LinkedIn too. I hope Lee gets something appropriate and interesting sorted soon. He's a good guy.

Thanks for the comment. Personally, I'd have loved to write Franny's biography but I would never ghost write an autobiography. My preference is to research a life, interview the person the book is about, interview others and try to present evidence to back up any claims including contradictory...

"Bernard, Bernard... get your felt tip pens out and change this 13p printed on the Wagon Wheel packet to 18p. Also, that Best Before Date... Can you make 1974 say 1984?"

I think they were Calypso but looked something like this:

Weren't Chipmunk crisps sold there? I also remember XL crisps but that may have been a little later. I used to sit in Platt Lane in early/mid 70s with my Dad and brother and if Dad had a few pence spare that week we'd get a jaffa cake pack (3 in a pack?) and/or a wagon wheel between us. I'm...

It's in the North West Film Archive collection but I don't think this one is online yet. We played it in the film shows I did at Dancehouse and Cornerhouse a few years back but it's BBC footage that the NWFA rescued and I think online rights are an issue. Maybe Will McTaggart & I should do the...

A truly important figure in Manchester City (and football in general) history. Prior to Kompany our most decorated captain. He deserves to be celebrated over and over again, plus he's a nice man too. He's probably also had more spells as caretaker manager than anyone else and, if Pep leaves...

True. One area they often overlook is the Utd angle in 1958. Gene Vincent released a really popular version late 1957 and, in the days before one formal chart dominated, this was played a lot. By the time of the disaster it was in the public consciousness as much as it was years later when Gerry...

Totally agree about the singing it without the speeded up version. The singing they played from 20 minutes after Maine Rd's last game is a perfect example. If I remember correctly that was spontaneous, no prompting, we just did it as we waited for Badly Drawn Boy or whoever. The on pitch formal...

Yesterday I was on Colin Murray's show (BBC Radio 5 Live) discussing the origins of Blue Moon with Colin and Pat Nevin. The main feature was on after about 33 minutes and they were extremely positive about the song. There's a powerful rendition played from the last day at Maine Road. You can...

Yep. Interviews I did with elderly fans in 1990s talked of the early 30s when they looked bedraggled. The stuff about City lending Utd kits and all of that is a relatively modern story that doesn’t add up. All football clubs made their kits last several seasons and Utd fans used the term first...

Yes. He remained puzzled why he was sacked. I met Sven a couple of times and the first time he just oozed charisma. It was really odd meeting him that first time at City as I didn’t expect to immediately like him, but his charisma shone through. A really nice guy.

The interview I did with Sven back in 2011 talking about his time at MCFC is free to read here: https://gjfootballarchive.com/2024/08/30/talking-city-sven-goran-eriksson/ Enjoy!

It seems an appropriate time to repost the interview I did with Noel in the week or so before the 2021 CL final. It’s about 1 hour and you can listen to it hear: https://gjfootballarchive.com/2024/08/27/the-noel-gallagher-interview/ Enjoy!

Lee Jackson has been a wonderful groundsman for City and I'm certain he's our most successful groundsman ever (I've not checked the stats but think this must be true). I mean successful in terms of pitch awards ('best pitch' style awards not trophies won on that pitch) and his playing surface...