Reading the various posts related to the charges it is clear to see the damage that has been done regardless of the outcome. Everyone outside of the club and fans believe we are guilty regardless of what argument is put in front of them.
Like many on here I have encountered a wide range of fans who have quoted City bingo at me but when presented with facts refuse to listen. I had some doddering old Wolves fan muttering away at me on holiday, I have caught my local corner shop owner( a Villa fan) spitting bile to another fan and had to intervene and defend the club. I had a Norwegian (former) friend (Liverpool fan surprise surprise) quoting absolute bullshit during the UEFA / CAS case who I had to straight. I’ll be honest it really pisses me off that these stupid people can throw shit at me for the club I have supported all my life, like I have done something against them and their chosen club.
The people behind bringing these charges and those in the media presenting speculation as facts need challenging once we are cleared of any wrongdoing. There has to be some accountability for spouting thinly veiled hatred without any real facts. I doubt any retribution will occur but god would I love to see some metaphorical slapping by City.