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A pint with Paul Dickov and being in the pub with Man City supporters after 115 guilty verdicts

Paul Dickov and Kevin Parker speak to the Manchester Evening News the day after the Premier League guilty verdicts were confirmed

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 4:00 AM
A pint with Paul Dickov and being in the pub with Man City supporters after 115 guilty verdicts
Key Things to Know
  • Paul Dickov visited a local supporters club in Bredbury following Manchester City's Premier League guilty verdicts.
  • The pre-planned visit aimed to deliver signed shirts and reconnect the club with local supporters branches.
  • Official Supporters Club general secretary Kevin Parker admitted feeling shaken by the panel's decision before backing the club.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester City forward Paul Dickov and Official Supporters Club general secretary Kevin Parker visited a Bredbury pub to meet fans following an independent panel confirming guilty verdicts on over 100 Premier League rule breaches. The visit was part of a planned initiative to reconnect with local branches across Greater Manchester.

Parker admitted feeling emotional and shaken after reading the panel's ruling before regaining confidence through the club's response and internal messaging. Despite facing an uncertain future and heightened scrutiny ahead of upcoming fixtures, fans expressed determination to support the team.

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