Man City sack bar worker for wearing Man United shirt during derby

Man City sack bar worker for wearing Man United shirt during derby

Manchester City have sacked a bar worker who was spotted serving fans at the Etihad Stadium during Sunday’s derby clash while wearing a Manchester United shirt.

The incident came to light after a frustrated City supporter posted a photo on X (formerly Twitter), showing the staff member behind the bar in a dark United away jersey from the 2018/19 season.

The image quickly went viral, sparking outrage among City fans who described it as “provocative” and “unacceptable,” especially on derby day.

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The supporter tagged the club, calling it “an absolute joke” that bar staff in Block 315 were allowed to work in rival colours during such a high-stakes match.

The episode added a strange subplot to a miserable day for United, who slumped to a 3-0 defeat at the Etihad Stadium, thanks to goals from Phil Foden and Erling Haaland.

After the game, manager Ruben Amorim admitted his philosophy is non-negotiable, saying the club would have to remove him if they wanted to abandon his preferred 3-4-3 formation.

Man City sack bar worker for wearing Man United shirt during derby