Porto Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Good read on the history of the two clubs and the rivalry. Longer than one of @Jerseybean 's intros though so get a tea or coffee and sit comfortably https://www.bbc.com/sport/extra/54dmnima93/blue-v-red-the-battle-for-manchester 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 City for me, purely because I have always felt that, when we get knocked out of a cup, there is some solace to be taken from knowing that team went on to win the thing. Also, I hate United. 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 As a boy this day was a highlight for me. Sure the programme would start about 8am then a helicopter following the team coach and a cup final QOS. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gasbuster Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 21 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: City for me, purely because I have always felt that, when we get knocked out of a cup, there is some solace to be taken from knowing that team went on to win the thing. Also, I hate United. Yep, me too. One of three clubs I truly despise. Man C should win this match; but it really wouldn't be a surprise to see Man U really raise their game, as they look to derail any chance of a Man C treble. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoyalRed Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 United for me, always opt for the underdog on these big occasions and would be rather funny to see the treble being snatched away. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 It will probably be a poor match. Why? Because it's probably the first time this season that either side has played a match kicking off at 3 o'clock in the afternoon!!! I remember it was also played on the first Saturday in May which marked the official end of the English football season. And listening to it on the radio was so magical for a four or five year old yet to see a live game other than in the local playing field. Today, I'll take my dog for a walk on the beach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 (edited) Possibly my strangest ever Cup final ! First time I can ever recall both finalists being so universally disliked amongst the wider football “family” as these two clubs . One side awaiting the outcome of more charges than any other side in history and the other widely blamed for the demise of the trophy for which they’re competing today ! On balance I think I’d settle for Stop Oil protestors getting it called off Edited June 3, 2023 by Baldyman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 8 minutes ago, Baldyman said: Possibly my strangest ever Cup final ! First time I can ever recall both finalists being so universally disliked amongst the wider football “family” as these two clubs . One side awaiting the outcome of more charges than any other side in history and the other widely blamed for the demise of the trophy for which they’re competing today ! On balance I think I’d settle for Stop Oil protestors getting it called off I really don't dislike Manchester City at all, the two ties we have had against them their players and fans have been nothing but respectful, and their Manager is an absolute gentleman. 12 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Just now, Port Said Red said: I really don't dislike Manchester City at all, the two ties we have had against them their players and fans have been nothing but respectful, and their Manager is an absolute gentleman. And that’s fine to have that view but those charges have not come out of nowhere . No club in existence has had the number of charges for Financial breaches /corruption/ cheating whatever description we choose the use , levelled at them and I struggle to get past that ! The two clubs have played the biggest possible part in converting top flight football into a corporate empire first and sport second doing all that they can with their wealth to monopolise the football pyramid. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 2 minutes ago, Baldyman said: And that’s fine to have that view but those charges have not come out of nowhere . No club in existence has had the number of charges for Financial breaches /corruption/ cheating whatever description we choose the use , levelled at them and I struggle to get past that ! The two clubs have played the biggest possible part in converting top flight football into a corporate empire first and sport second doing all that they can with their wealth to monopolise the football pyramid. Nah, they are nowhere the worst, when you look at all the proven charges of bribery, corruption and or financial misdealings across the football world. They are no saints, unfortunately pushing the boundaries is necessary to compete these days, but what have they actually been convicted of really? On top of that, it really has nothing to do with the players, Manager or fans what happens financially. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Just can’t stand Man United. Hate seeing there’s and Liverpools shirt in and around Bristol. And all the glory plastic fans So definitely come on Man City 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 13 minutes ago, Baldyman said: And that’s fine to have that view but those charges have not come out of nowhere . No club in existence has had the number of charges for Financial breaches /corruption/ cheating whatever description we choose the use , levelled at them and I struggle to get past that ! The two clubs have played the biggest possible part in converting top flight football into a corporate empire first and sport second doing all that they can with their wealth to monopolise the football pyramid. With the stuff coming out about the Abramovich era Chelsea run them close. Don’t like either side, don’t remotely care who wins & won’t watch it. Genuinely cannot recall the last FA cup final I watched. The point about plastics is spot on, really irritating to see kids in Liverpool, Man U, Chelsea, Man City shirts, rubbish. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS3_RED Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Unfortunately I am working just around the corner from Wembley today. Mancs are everywhere in City tops and a shitload of londeners in united tops. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 2 hours ago, Super said: As a boy this day was a highlight for me. Sure the programme would start about 8am then a helicopter following the team coach and a cup final QOS. And cup final it's a Knockout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh Louie louie Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Yep we think we got it tough, with Man it'd shirts here, all the clubs in London and you see as many man utd tops as the big four I'd say! Even back in the 70s they had a big following in the capital 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E.G.Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 2 hours ago, Super said: As a boy this day was a highlight for me. Sure the programme would start about 8am then a helicopter following the team coach and a cup final QOS. and also the songs that were written especially for the FA cup. Anfield Rap, Blue is the Colour and Ossies dream etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red-Robbo Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Man U fans I've worked with in the past included a girl who grew up in Guernsey, a bloke from Malta who lived in Daventry and a chap from Falmouth. They all made a reasonable point when they said they had no local league teams to them so they went for what was the most exciting top-flight side at the time they became interested in football. It's Bristolian Man U fans" who get my goat. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baba Yaga Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Usually I go for the underdog but my strong dislike of Man U takes over here. Would be quite happy to see Man City win the treble although more open to Inter beating them next week, so much riding on it because of that so looking forward to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh Louie louie Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Ossie's dream best final song ever 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Plus Man United beat us in our last FA Cup final. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSSEL85 Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Just now, Red Army 75 said: Plus Man United beat us in our last FA Cup final. Dreaded Sandy Turnbull, was the worst day of my life 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E.G.Red Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 4 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Plus Man United beat us in our last FA Cup final. Manchester Uniteds first win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Can’t stand Man United and all the aura, arrogance that comes with that club. The Neville’s, Fergie time, Cantona, Rio, Scholes… Meh. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 18 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Plus Man United beat us in our last FA Cup final. I was swimming that day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 20 minutes ago, RUSSEL85 said: Dreaded Sandy Turnbull, was the worst day of my life Yes I remember her. However, you've had a long and disappointing life supporting City ever since. 4 minutes ago, Lew-T said: I was swimming that day. In what ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 18 minutes ago, E.G.Red said: Manchester Uniteds first win Just over 71k in attendance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciderhead433 Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 50 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Just can’t stand Man United. Hate seeing there’s and Liverpools shirt in and around Bristol. And all the glory plastic fans So definitely come on Man City Be Man City shirts soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciderhead433 Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 2 hours ago, Oh Louie louie said: Yep we think we got it tough, with Man it'd shirts here, all the clubs in London and you see as many man utd tops as the big four I'd say! Even back in the 70s they had a big following in the capital When we went away in the 70s if Man Utd were at home always a South Wales going up north. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gasbuster Posted June 3, 2023 Report Share Posted June 3, 2023 Laura Woods looking fiiiiiiiiine on ITV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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