'It could have been any club' - fans downplay Sunderland jibes

Keith: Never given Sunderland any thought before then or since. I am unable to understand how they played any part in the outcome. Mere bystanders. Still, if it gives them joy, then so be it.

Lynda: The match was screened at Old Trafford. We were celebrating winning when the news came through that City had snatched it. It was so painful, probably the worst day in our history since Denis Law's back heel.

James: Shock horror, opposition fans cheering United's misfortune, that's never happened before.

Shaun: One minute we were ready to celebrate, the next, we were slumped back in our seats. It was a sickener. I drove back to Manchester, and when I got near my house, City fans were doing the conga up the main road in Didsbury. Our worst nightmare had come true - City were champions, I never thought I would see the day.

Joe: When it comes to United and Sunderland, I only have two strong memories. An away defeat in the League Cup in 2000, getting home exceptionally late after extra time, and Eric's exquisite chip at Old Trafford in 1996! Serious rivals of ours? Nah.

Mark: I'm a United fan and don't care about Sunderland at all. Their fans only reacted as any other small club's fans would have done.