Gallagher react to Man City guilty verdict
The high-stakes drama of the Premier League has reached a peculiar intersection with rock royalty, as the Gallagher brothers weighed in on the reported guilty verdict against Manchester City. What began as a legal and financial matter for the club has become a point of reflection for some of the world’s most famous music figures.
Reports emerged that the commission reviewing the long-running case found Manchester City guilty of 114 of the 115 charges brought by the Premier League. While the club maintains its innocence and is set to appeal the ruling, the news immediately drew attention to the complex web of loyalty and legacy surrounding the team.
The reaction from Noel and Liam Gallagher was immediate and varied. Noel discussed the verdict on the Manchester City podcast Let Me Talk, admitting he was taken aback by the findings after years of assurances from the club. He described hearing the ruling as “a bit of a shock”, expressing sympathy for both the fans and the players.
When asked if the decision altered his view of iconic moments, such as Sergio Agüero’s winning goal, Noel was reflective. He noted that while he knew what he witnessed on the pitch, he acknowledged that in the eyes of others in England, the context might change. “Does it taint it? I suppose in the eyes of everybody else in England it would,” he reflected.
In a separate interview, Liam Gallagher opted for a much more assertive stance. Responding to reports about the guilt, he turned to social media, delivering a sharp retort: “Get your OASIS tickets bought and stop talking out your fucking arse you SPUNKBUBBLE.” He followed this with the defiant abbreviation “CTID”, a reference to “City Till I Die“.
The connection between the brothers and Manchester City runs deep, extending beyond mere fandom. Both Noel and Liam have been prominent supporters of the club since childhood, having followed its journey in Burnage. Their bond is further cemented by their shared history, including celebrating together at Wembley after City’s Carabao Cup success.
Noel’s involvement with the club goes further than cheering from the stands; he has a tangible creative link. He designed the font used on City’s 2024/25 cup kits and collaborated with the club on the “Definitely City” collection, demonstrating a unique creative partnership with the team.
Meanwhile, the world of Oasis is buzzing with its own agenda. The news arrives as the band is deep in the middle of preparing for the “Live ’27” tour, which includes eleven shows at the Etihad Stadium next June. The band has also added extra dates across the UK, Italy, and Germany due to phenomenal demand, showing that even amidst high-profile legal news, the pursuit of a live experience remains front and center.
Despite the legal complexities and the clamor for answers, the Gallagher brothers remain fiercely loyal to their Manchester City. Their public reactions—whether reflective or combative—underscore the deep personal investment that fame and football can inspire.
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