A Manchester City fan was escorted away by stewards after making plane gestures aimed at United fans to mock the Munich disaster during the Manchester derby.
The tragic 1958 Munich disaster saw 23 people die, including members of the legendary Busby Babes, while returning from a European match.
The initial clip of the gesture was captured by a Manchester United fan account and posted on X, prompting calls for Greater Manchester Police to intervene.
Manchester City fan mocking the Munich disaster at The Etihad today.
Disgusting to see. ? pic.twitter.com/YcvGJrkZRN
— Football Away Days (@FBAwayDays) March 3, 2024
Subsequent footage showed the individual being led away by a large group of officials in reflective jackets.
The fan has been escorted out of the ground by police. pic.twitter.com/s0C8XZhsAz
— Football Away Days (@FBAwayDays) March 3, 2024
Incidents like the disrespectful gestures seen during the Manchester derby highlight the need for sports fans to maintain decorum and respect boundaries. Mocking tragedies, such as the Munich disaster, undermines the spirit of the game and dishonours the memory of those involved.
Perhaps introducing more stricter punishments for the individual as well as the club could help fans be more careful about their actions.
Same could be said for united fans and liverpool always throwing Hillsborough at them.