From a new fan...

[acquiesce]

I would have to consider myself one of the "elder" American supporters, having started following City back in 1996, so I can see both sides of this argument to a certain extent. There is definitely a "where were you when we were shit" mentality that even I have found myself falling into when I meet new supporters over here in the last few years. I grew up in bumfuck Wisconsin that barely had the internet in 1996, so it wasn't exactly easy finding a box score for a Premier League side (don't even start with Division One or Two), let alone watching them.

Now I have lived in Chicago for the last ten years and prior to the takeover I can count on one hand the number of American Blues I had met. Waking up at 0600 to watch matches down at a pub infested with scum and arse fans helped build character, but I have to admit it was easy from that perspective being the token City fan, it was almost a novelty over here. And we definitely don't have to put up with it everyday like you lot over there.

Fast forward to the takeover and slowly but surely you start seeing more and more City fans. In a way its good because it helps with the banter and what have you, safety in numbers I suppose, especially with our new role as the Evil Empire. At the same token a lot of them do not know anything about our history, and that's what I cannot fathom. Following City isn't cut and dry, it's a mentality that has been built on false dawns and shit nights in Division Two. So for God's sake, before you go spouting off about how you love this club, do yourself a favour and immerse yourself in its history. In this day and age it isn't difficult.

Climbing back off the soap box, welcome to all the new Blues, you've caught the bug at a good time.

As has been posted, Manchester and it's people are pretty damn tough to beat. Whether it be in Manchester or meeting Manc's abroad, you all are cut from a different material. Having been going to matches since 2003 I have never once had a bad experience when over there. It's a great City and the people do it justice. And it must be said that the women are very friendly! Cheers to all, see you in October and November.

 

[metalblue]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

 

[Pigeonho]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

They will already be here, it's whether or not they want to learn, or are willing to learn. It's guaranteed that after our match in Vancouver there will now be more 'fans' of the club, simply because they have seen us in the flesh and heard about our tour, same with the last venue we played at out there. The more successful a club is, and the more global it becomes, the more 'fans' it will attract. United have had that for decades, as have Liverpoo and more recently, Chelsea. It will happen with us too.

 

[acquiesce]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

Yup, sad to say it is true. You can only hope that they truly catch what its all about and do the research. Like I said, I've already seen it. When you start talking about The Goat and they are looking at you in this puzzled daze, all I can do is shake my head and go back to watching the match and drinking my pint of Boddy's

 

[metalblue]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

They will already be here, it's whether or not they want to learn, or are willing to learn. It's guaranteed that after our match in Vancouver there will now be more 'fans' of the club, simply because they have seen us in the flesh and heard about our tour, same with the last venue we played at out there. The more successful a club is, and the more global it becomes, the more 'fans' it will attract. United have had that for decades, as have Liverpoo and more recently, Chelsea. It will happen with us too.

Probably a bad choice of words on my side pidge, I hate the "Geordie way" thing but it's a bit like that, I cant describe it, maybe it comes from us being bobbins for so long but supporting City isn't about just picking a team and watching games it describes who you are

 

[MCFC 4 EVER]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

 

[Wheelsy]

As a new fan (or rather a non-Manc), I don't know how valid my opinion is.

But if you want to support the club, immerse yourself in its customs and traditions and learn about the history.

Don't be one of the many Facebook-posting, FIFA-playing halfwits that wonder why we haven't signed Aguero, Messi, or Ronaldo yet.

 

[Pigeonho]

Supporting City is a privilege and never to be taken lightly, remember that an you'll always be welcome in the big blue family - the day we get fans that don't have a clue who we are is the day I will weep with shame.

They will already be here, it's whether or not they want to learn, or are willing to learn. It's guaranteed that after our match in Vancouver there will now be more 'fans' of the club, simply because they have seen us in the flesh and heard about our tour, same with the last venue we played at out there. The more successful a club is, and the more global it becomes, the more 'fans' it will attract. United have had that for decades, as have Liverpoo and more recently, Chelsea. It will happen with us too.

Probably a bad choice of words on my side pidge, I hate the "Geordie way" thing but it's a bit like that, I cant describe it, maybe it comes from us being bobbins for so long but supporting City isn't about just picking a team and watching it describes who you are

No I know exactly what you mean mate. Growing up in school in the late 80's, early 90's, all I had in my armour was 'yeah but your fans aren't from manchester'. A naive way of thinking back then, but its all I had! I used to sit next to a guy from Devon in the first season at CoMS, sound as fuck he was too. He was as passionate as I was, if not more so as he travelled up for each weekend home game, stayed over then went home the next day. We have loads of fans who aren't from Manchester, but it was nice to think that we only had Mancs as fans growing up, but like I say it was just the only thing I had at the time to slag them off as they went about their trophy winning ways! The Geordie way of thinking is one of my pet hates in football, all the 'you have to understand the club' to be a fan or indeed their manager! We aren't as bad as that but there are an element of fans who believe that you need to be from round here to be regarded as a genuine fan. (Not you).

 

[uncle charlie wilson]

Hi. My name's Carl.

I'm from Kentucky, I'm 34 and my passion is cats. I love them, they're gentile, warm animals and they provide great company.

I like Tennis too, my favourite player is Nadal. He has nice hair.

I used to like Nascar but it gets a little repetitive, and can become boring.

But in January I began watching a little Soccer. I caught a little EPL, and one team immediately stood out.

It was my now beloved City.

The love affair started with the colour of the jerseys, baby blue. Really cool, I'd never seen anything like it before, it really caught my attention. More so, the coach, Mancini. He wore a baby blue and white scarf, it looked awesome, he oozed class. He was the clincher for me, he even has nicer hair than Nadal!

Then City won The FA Cup, it was the proudest moment of my life. I bought the home jersey and a baby blue scarf, and I haven't missed a game on ESPN since.

I love you City. I'm so proud to be part of the clan too. Go blues!

CTID.

 

[metalblue]

They will already be here, it's whether or not they want to learn, or are willing to learn. It's guaranteed that after our match in Vancouver there will now be more 'fans' of the club, simply because they have seen us in the flesh and heard about our tour, same with the last venue we played at out there. The more successful a club is, and the more global it becomes, the more 'fans' it will attract. United have had that for decades, as have Liverpoo and more recently, Chelsea. It will happen with us too.

Probably a bad choice of words on my side pidge, I hate the "Geordie way" thing but it's a bit like that, I cant describe it, maybe it comes from us being bobbins for so long but supporting City isn't about just picking a team and watching it describes who you are

No I know exactly what you mean mate. Growing up in school in the late 80's, early 90's, all I had in my armour was 'yeah but your fans aren't from manchester'. A naive way of thinking back then, but its all I had! I used to sit next to a guy from Devon in the first season at CoMS, sound as fuck he was too. He was as passionate as I was, if not more so as he travelled up for each weekend home game, stayed over then went home the next day. We have loads of fans who aren't from Manchester, but it was nice to think that we only had Mancs as fans growing up, but like I say it was just the only thing I had at the time to slag them off as they went about their trophy winning ways! The Geordie way of thinking is one of my pet hates in football, all the 'you have to understand the club' to be a fan or indeed their manager! We aren't as bad as that but there are an element of fans who believe that you need to be from round here to be regarded as a genuine fan. (Not you).

Spot on that pidge, that guy from Devon encapsulates it, nowt to do with what post code you were born under if you really are a blue, you were born a blue.... there you go Wheelsy - you're in mate ;)