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Boos and bananas on day of defiance at Man City

Boos and bananas on day of defiance at Man City
BBC News Saturday 17 October 2026, 18:02 UTC 1 min read
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Manchester City fans boo the Premier League anthem before watching their side move six points clear at the top of the table.

Manchester City fans boo the Premier League anthem before watching their side move six points clear at the top of the table.
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