Forever Blue

Ian chats to Forever Blue regulars Adam, Paul & Harlan about the reasons for the draw at Newcastle. Is the title racwe over. Rodri v Fernandinho and whether using a drummer and a fan with a megaphone to try to improve the atmosphere at the Etihad stadium was a good idea.

Ian chats to Forever Blue podcast regulars Harlan, Adam and Tony (from Hot Click marketing) about the 2-1 win against Chelsea. They discuss whether some City fans might stop attending games because of VAR. Pep Guardiola's stated committment to staying at City long term, whether City should sell Sterling to raise money for the recruitment of Aguero's long term successor.

Ian chats to podcast regulars Paul & Will about Bernardo Silva's ban, Pep Guardiola's future & City's title prospects. Ian is also joined by author Sean Riley who tells us about the book he wrote with Don Price called "Don't look back in Anger" which is full of Manchester City fan history. The whole panel tell anecdotes about their time supporting Manchester City, the fan's humour, loyalty and emotions. If anyone would like to purchase the book, which Sean wrote with Don Price, they can do so on line via the following link https://thegingerwigscitygifts.com/dont-look-back-in-anger-by-don-price-and-sean-riley-734-p.asp#

Ian is joined by Louisa, Paul & Harlan for part two of their discussion following the defeat at Liverpool. They discuss Claudio Bravo and the "tourists" who were in the away end at Anfield. They also look back on the security problems at Atalanta in the Champions League game.

Ian chats to Louisa, Harlan & Paul about Manchester City's 3-1 defeat at Liverpool. What went wrong? Was VAR working? Would City have won without the bad decisions that went against them? Can City still win the league? Why did Mendy not start? This is part 1 - there will a second podcast later in the week.

Ian chats to Forever Blue regulars Matty, Harlan & Will about the narrow, late, dramatic win against Southampton and asks why are City only winning with difficulty in some of their recent games. They also look forward to the upcoming Liverpool v Man City game and give their predctions

Ian chats to podcast regulars Adam, Will and Tony about the choices Pep Guardiola will have to make for the upcoming game against Liverpool. Who should play at right back? Kyle Walker or Joao Cancelo? Should Phil Foden be given the chance to start the big games. Is Otamendi finished at City. What have you made of recent VAR decisions, particularly the recent goal by Kevin De Bruyne/David Silva? They also preview the upcoming games against Southampton.

Ian is joined by Forever Blue regulars Paul, Tony & Harlan to discuss the 2-0 win at Crystal Palace. What did you make of the new look defence? They discuss the different atmosphere within the Etihad Stadium depending on where you sit inside the stadium.

Ian is joined by special guest Roger Reade, one of the original creators of the Junior Blues, the Manchester City junior fan club for young supporters, They discuss the history of the organisation, how it worked, why it ended and whether it should return. Podcast regulars Paul & Nathan add their own contributions to the debate and all give their opinions on the defeat against Wolves and the upcoming game at Crystal Palace. Big thanks to Tameside Radio and charleslouis.co.uk who sponsor the podcast.

Ian chats to Forever Blue regulars Emily, Adam and Will about suggestions that the Premier League title race is already over. They discuss what went wrong in the home defeat by Wolves and who should play in the next game against Crystal Palace

Ian is joined by three regular members of the Forever Blue squad to debate the Manchester City issues of the day. Paul, Matty and Harlan offer the opinions on the Bernardo Silva racism row, the recent games at Preston & Everton, the futures of Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Phil Foden, Eric Garcia and Adrian Bernabe. They discuss the sensitivity of social media and look ahead to the Dinamo Zagreb game.

Ian chats to podcast regular Paul, plus two guest City fans. Anothr Paul is joined by 20 year old Nathan who was one of the 100 City fans to have travelled to Ukraine for the game at Shakhtar. Nathan is also a qualified referee. They discuss the 8-0 win against Watford, the trip to Ukraine and the upcoming games at Preston and Everton plus VAR and other subjects

Ian chats to Forever Blue podcast regulars Harlan, Tony and Will about the defeat at Norwich. What went wrong? Will it be a one off or are they worried it will happen again. Is the defence the problem? They also review the Vincent Kompany testimonial and look ahead to the Shahktar game. Sponsored by Charleslouis.co.uk

Ian chats to Forever Blue regulars Paul and Adam about the record breaking attendance at the Etihad Stadium for a Women's Super League game. The special guest on this episode is Gail Redston, one of the original City Ladies players. They also discuss the upcoming Vincent Kompany Testimonial, ask if Kompany is City's greatest ever player and wonder if City fans will boo James Milner. Ian also discusses what it was like to write a book with Vincent Kompany.

Ian chats to Manchester City fans Paul, Harlan & Paul about the repercussions of Ameryic Laporte's reported season long absence through injury. Should Pep Guardiola have signed a replacement for Vincent Kompany during the summer? Are City fans becoming blase about winning games? Newcomer to the podcast, Paul, looks ahead to the upcoming Man City Women v United game at the Etihad stadium.

Ian Cheeseman talks to lifelong City fan Andy who has given his ticket away because of VAR. He's also joined by Forever Blue regulars Emily, Tony & Harlan who discuss the win at Bournemouth, Vincent Kompany's start at Anderlecht, the finacial plight of Bury & Bolton Wanderers. Should City help?

Ian is joined by Forever Blue regulars Harlan. Matty & Will to discuss the Man City draw with Spurs, the great attacking but poor defending. With so many Blues suggesting VAR would end their love of football, the squad discuss what the future is with VAR

Ian chats to Forever Blue regulars Harlan and Matty who're joined by Kevin Parker the general secretary of the Manchester City Supporters Club. They discuss the 5-0 win at West Ham, how VAR afftcted the game, the role of the official supporters club, away ticket distribution and look ahead to the visit of Spurs.

Ian chats to Forever Blue regular Emily, plus Dante Friend from 1894 Group and season card holder Andy about the Community Shield, the Liverpool fans booing the National Anthem, their hopes for the new Premier League season and life after Vincent Kompany

Ian talks to City fans about Pep Guardiola saying Phil Foden is the best player he's worked with, the future of Leroy Sane, the CFG group, preseason lessons and the community shield. Tony from Hot click Marketing, Harlan and Russ give their views on the big topics of the day.