Cliff Notes
- Ricky Hatton’s legacy unites Manchester’s rival football fans, transcending the divide between Manchester City and Manchester United supporters.
- A Manchester United fan demonstrated this unity by wearing a Manchester City shirt in Hatton’s honour, highlighting his impact on the community.
- Tributes from both City and United fans were seen at the recent Manchester derby, showcasing the widespread admiration for Hatton.
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Ricky Hatton transcended the sporting divide in Manchester between fans of the city’s two rival football clubs, Man City and Man Utd.
According to reports one big Utd fan is wearing a City shirt in Hatton’s honour.
He says: “There are a lot of Manchester City banners and scarves around. One guy up the road – a big Manchester United fan in every sense – is wearing a brand-new Manchester City shirt today.
“He bumped into Hatton on holiday recently and felt he had to be here, wearing that shirt.
“He’s clutching a bunch of bright blue flowers, hoping to shower them in the direction of the cortege.
“When a United fan is happy to wear a City shirt, you know you’re talking about someone truly special.”
Remember, City and Utd fans paid tribute to Hatton together at the recent Manchester derby after the news of his death – watch the moment below.