Saturday 3rd january 2009, As i get ready in my home in lincolnshire, for my first trip to the manchester city stadium, for the match city v forest, I,m wondering what the fans will be like, will i find parking easy ? and most of all i hope that city do not win by a to big a margin. Took the scenic route along A57 some lovely views, got near the ground found parking and was directed to the sportsmans bar, for my lucky pint, the bar was full with forest and city fans and the atmosphere was jovial.
Left the bar to walk the short way to the stadium, turned the corner and it was there, this magnificent arena, city fans have something to be proud of.
Had a walk around the front popped in the shop, got a tray of chips and gravy , spoke to city fans. All the fans friendly ,wished each other luck, but i really think myself included forest were here just for a day out.Got into stadium the atmosphere electric with nearly 7000 forest fans. had a pint and a pie . Took my seat { what a good view } watched the match and went home with a smile as forest had pulled off the unthinkable and won by 3 goals to nil. I would just like to thank the fans of city who were friendly and no trouble at all, for making this an enjoyable day. Paul Vincent