{"product_id":"our-home-from-maine-road-to-the-etihad-100-years-9781914197857","title":"Our Home: From Maine Road to the Etihad - 100 Years","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eOn August 25, 1923, 58,159 spectators watched Manchester City defeat Sheffield United 2-1 at Maine Road, which holds the record for the largest provincial attendance in England. The stadium also hosted numerous FA Cup semi-finals and concerts by Queen and the Rolling Stones. In 2003, the club moved to its new City of Manchester Stadium headquarters, known as the Etihad, and will celebrate 20 successful years in August. \"Our Home - from Maine Road to the Etihad\" is an official hardback book that captures magical memories and will be a treasured anniversary souvenir for City fans. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 17 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reach plc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn August 25, 1923, a remarkable event unfolded as a crowd of 58,159 fans flocked to Maine Road, eager to witness Manchester City secure a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United. This momentous occasion marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey, earning the stadium the prestigious nickname of the Wembley of the North. Despite its age, the iconic old stadium holds the record for the highest provincial attendance in England, with an astounding 84,569 fans packing themselves into the ground to witness City's thrilling 1-0 FA Cup triumph over Stoke City. Over the years, Maine Road played host to numerous FA Cup semi-finals, as well as hosting iconic concerts featuring some of the most renowned artists in music history, including Queen and the Rolling Stones. However, it is the vibrant and cherished memories it holds as the home of City for 80 years that truly define its legacy. In 2003, the club bid an emotional farewell to Maine Road, relocating to its new City of Manchester Stadium headquarters, famously known as the Etihad. As August approaches, the stadium will celebrate 20 successful years, a testament to its enduring legacy. To commemorate these anniversaries, \"Our Home – from Maine Road to the Etihad\" has been meticulously produced, featuring rare archive material and exclusive club photography. This beautifully crafted official hardback book will transport City fans back in time, reliving some of the most magical moments and serving as a cherished anniversary souvenir for young and old alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 246 x 189 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781914197857\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manchester City","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44498723733754,"sku":"9781914197857","price":14.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1692356434184_book.jpg?v=1692520788","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/our-home-from-maine-road-to-the-etihad-100-years-9781914197857","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}