Man City’s inflatable banana stunt explained and how long fans intend to keep it going

Manchester City supporters plan to bring inflatable bananas to matches for the rest of the season following their 3-0 victory at Anfield against Liverpool. Over 3,000 away fans waved approximately 1,000 inflatables during the game, where goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki secured the win. The fan-led stunt was organized by the supporters group 1894 amid the club appealing a ruling finding them guilty of 114 financial breaches.

According to Nick Clarke, chair of the Citizens Trust, the revival serves as a nod to fan Frank Newton, who originally brought an inflatable banana to Maine Road in 1987. Clarke explained that the gallows humor reflects supporters sticking together during uncertain times, confirming that fans intend to continue taking inflatables to upcoming matches, including future away fixtures.