Martin Samuel isn't on our side. Martin Samuel just sees through a lot of the bullshit and recognises that either we're not that bad or if we are, no worse than the others. Which has been a very encouraging experience to see as a City fan. But he'll happily call us out IF necessary.
He's a rare journo with no agenda in favour of the top 6, so he doesn't have that blinding hatred for City. Still, considering how little good press we get, 99% of the City stuff he writes is favourable, and honestly I'll take that every day of the week.