The Premier League anthem received a hostile reception from Manchester City fans ahead of their clash against Ipswich Town
Manchester City supporters booed the Premier League anthem ahead of kick-off against Ipswich Town on October 17, 2026. The match marked the club's first home league fixture since being found guilty of 114 financial charges. Fans also waved inflatable bananas and directed chants at the league and their opponents throughout the opening stages of the game at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City have appealed the guilty verdict while a sanctions hearing remains ongoing before a three-person commission. On the pitch, Enzo Maresca's side took the lead via Phil Foden before Daizen Maeda equalized for Ipswich, with Erling Haaland swiftly restoring City's advantage.
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