This Day in History: 2023-01-19

Nr. 386

SUPERMAN IRELAND SHOWS CREDENTIALS

Manchester City midfielder Stephen treland had no phone box to change in, so he dropped his shorts to reveal the inspiration for his winning goal in a 2007 match – his Superman underpants.
After volleying City to a 1-0 win over Sunderland at the Eastlands Stadium he revealed to laughing fans blue underpants with a Superman logo. Even the English FA saw the funny side and took no disciplinary action, although an official said: «We will be reminding him of his responsibilities.»