My first city game was on the 28th of December 1997, at Maine Road against Nottingham Forest. It was an evening kick off, and the ground was full, and the first thing that really grabbed me was the immense amount of noise and passion in the stadium.

We lost the game 3-2, but despite this, I became an avid City fan. Regardless of the result, it was one of the best days of my life.

I was taken to the game by my Uncle Graham, and my Great Grandpa, Walter Nugent, who was once chairman of the ground committee at Maine Road.

I will always remember that day, as that was the day my life changed forever!!

Oliver Wood