Category: Why Blue

Why Blue? Francis Lee is the culprit. In these troubled times he’s the one to blame. I am not talking about the present sorry state of affairs. No,

Why Blue? “It’s quite simple son, you’re a City fan – you have a home. You mention George Best again and you’re out.” Loving words indeed. I was

Why Blue? A very good question. After all, I am not from Manchester. In fact, I am not even from England. I am an Austrian, grown up in

Why Blue? My name is Michael Murphy and I live in Cork, Ireland. I have followed the fortunes (and misfortunes) of “City” for over 30 years now. Maybe

Why Blue? At the moment, I don’t know why I still go and support my beloved club but it must be something along the lines of this; I

Why Blue? Why Blue seems a strange question to be addressing after fifty years of supporting City but it is a subject worth thinking about. What is it

Why Blue? I ask myself that question many times. No trophies, no manager, no passion. But at least we’re unpredictable. What joy is there in supporting a team

Why Blue? I ask myself that question many times. No trophies, no manager, no passion. But at least we’re unpredictable. What joy is there in supporting a team

Why Blue? Thirty years ago I was born in Lilian Street, Old Trafford. Thirty years ago an avid supporter of Manchester City was born in the said street.

Why Blue? When I was a shy little 7-year-old, wide-eyed, naïve and trustful; my dad pulled a cruel trick on me. He took me to the Swamp. It