Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 15 Sept 2026
Noel Gallagher proud as son flips off Man Utd fans
The Oasis star watched Man City's controversial derby win with his two sons — and one gesture stole the show.
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Who
Noel Gallagher and sons Donovan, 18, and Sonny, 15
What
Sonny flipped the middle finger at Man Utd fans
Where
Old Trafford
When
Sunday afternoon
What happened. Noel Gallagher and his two sons were among the Manchester City supporters at Old Trafford for City's controversial 1-0 derby win on Sunday. His 15-year-old son Sonny was photographed giving the middle finger to home fans, a snap that went viral.
- Erling Haaland's winning goal was initially ruled out for offside before VAR intervened
- Pro Ref later apologised to United, admitting the goal should not have stood
- Gallagher joked his heart was full of pride over his sons' derby-day conduct
“heart was full of pride”
— Noel Gallagher
The derby result and the officiating apology continue to dominate discussion after City's win at Old Trafford.
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