59. On Saturday we were row E, so quite near the pitch. I found myself being quite aggressive towards their players, doing the wanker sign and stuff.
Outside the ground this Luton supporter said something like "up the Hatters. Saw you crying at Wembley". I told him to fuck off. Most unlike me. Being so close to the pitch turned me into an animal!
I'm fast approaching 72. (My missus is 75 with alzheimers). I'm her full time carer, so can never get to games. Also, living in Malvern doesn't help! Anyway, I've survived four, yes FOUR heart attacks, had a double bypass and had 5 stents inserted over the last 20 years, but I still watch CCFC when they're on Sky or listen in to the CWR commentary. I wear my City top with pride, (both home and away tops). I've even convinced a great neighbour of mine (who is a Man Utd nut!), to follow our progress! He now loves the City as his 2nd team!
My first game at HR was in 1964. That got me hooked! I've since got been a steward at Highfield Rd and seen some great games over the decades.
While at BBC CWR, I got to interview Gordon Strachan and also had a good bollocking off Ron Atkinson!
Do I think we'll make the play offs and Premier League footie next season? I can only hope so. 34 years in the top flight was an amazing achievement. I'm no longer in the best of health, and pray I outlive my missus. (She'd never survive on her own). As for reaching the Premier League, that would be the dream! I could die a happy old man! Lots of love to you all!
HH x x