A BANNER praising a former Bradford City manager who was stood in the opposing dugout at Valley Parade has angered some fans.
The Bantams scored a late equaliser in a thrilling 1-1 draw with Wrexham on Saturday afternoon.
The Welsh side's manager Phil Parkinson enjoyed a successful five-year spell in Manningham from 2011 to 2016.
The highlights included a League Cup final appearance, a playoff promotion, and a special FA Cup 4-2 win at Stamford Bridge.
While he received an excellent reception from City fans before and after kickoff, some were keen to remind him of his achievements during the game.
A lengthy white banner had black lettering spelling out 'Parky - The Special One'.
It is thought to have been in reference to the shock Parkinson-led Bantams win over Chelsea, managed by the self-proclaimed 'Special One' Jose Mourinho at the time, in 2015.
Supporters took to social media to express their dismay at the act.
Love Parky but save it til after lads #bcafc pic.twitter.com/B7ll5EokX6
— Paul (@_paul1978) October 21, 2023
"Love Parky but save it til after lads #bcafc" said Paul (@_paul1978).
Liam Gill (@gillybcafc) said: "Whoever thought that Parky sign was a good idea needs to give their head a shake."
Tom (@tommksn) added: "Can we please let go of Parky. That banner was atrocious, bit embarrassing when he’s in the opposite dugout to us… #bcafc"
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