Yeah I agree as to why they didn't sell out but

Its not like they were even close. I can't remember the attendance but there were massive gaps in all stands. It was like what normally happens to a big team who get relegated, except their fans appear to have jumped ship 9 months too early.

Posted By: CityForLife on August 16th 2011 at 16:18:17

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    - The whole area is crawling with ManU and Liverpool supporters too (n/m) (Other Football) - CB41, Aug 16, 10:43:19

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