I used to love Colin's understated goal celebrations. He used to rub his face and walk back for the kick-off, sometimes carrying the ball in his hands. Occasionally he would initially raise his arms but only for a few seconds as if he was embarrassed by what had happened. In fact I think it had a demoralising impact on opposing players. For Bell scoring was just business as usual.Colin Bell , neraly every time he scored a goal he would turn and head for the half way line , humble and modest doesnt even begin to describe him ,i dont think he ever actually new how good he was himself, so glad we did.
When Sergio scored I was stunned and actually remained in my seat. It was like watching a movie in slow motion. I have never felt anything like it. In fact I remained strangely calm for a long time. It was a feeling of total bliss and I didn't really explode till I saw the scoreboard clock counting down from 44 years.Kolo Toure stood on the touchline with his hands in his pockets while Mancini and all around him were celebrating Aguero's winner v QPR.
A couple of decades or so ago City produced a booklet called "Keeping the Faith" and invited supporters, players, ex players and managers to contribute a short descriptor of their favourite City moment. I described Denis Law's back heal and was fortunate enough to be included. If I remember correctly I was on a page next to Don Revie. The booklet itself went into Dad's coffin.Denis Law...
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