Manchester City fans revive banana tradition at Liverpool
Hundreds of inflatable bananas appeared in the away section during Manchester City's Premier League match at Anfield on Sunday.
At a glance
- Inflatable bananas were waved by Manchester City fans in the away section at Anfield
- The tradition originated in 1987 when a supporter brought a banana to Maine Road on a bet
- The practice became popular after fans nicknamed striker Imre Varadi "Imre Banana"
- The display occurred during City's first match since being found guilty of financial rule breaches
Manchester City supporters waved inflatable bananas during their Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Anfield. The display revived a tradition dating back to 1987, when a City fan brought an inflatable banana to a match at Maine Road following a bet. The practice gained popularity after supporters nicknamed striker Imre Varadi "Imre Banana" during chants for him to enter the game.
The banana display took on added significance as it occurred during City's first Premier League match since an independent commission found the club guilty of serious financial rule breaches. City have appealed the decision and deny wrongdoing. Liverpool supporters provided a hostile reception with banners and chants.
Why it matters
The banana tradition represents a long-standing element of Manchester City fan culture, while the timing of Sunday's display coincided with heightened scrutiny of the club following financial rule violations.
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