Looking back through the history books for the events, signings and memorable matches that happened on this day in City’s history.

Monday 9 September 2003

Lee Croft and Paulo Wanchope are on target as City reserves record their first victory of the season with a 2-0 victory over Bolton Wanderers at Hyde with 1,157 there to see it.

Saturday 9 September 1989

Clive Allen scores his first City goal following his £1.1m move from Bordeaux. A typical poacher’s finish, the former Tottenham man condemns old his club QPR to defeat as the Blues cling on for a 1-0 victory at Maine Road – their first in five attempts. The victory moves City up one place to 18^th and relieves the pressure on manager Mel Machin – albeit temporarily. Allen, meanwhile, goes on to be a huge crowd favourite during his brief time with the Club.

Saturday, 9 September 1978

City beat a strong Leeds United side 3-0 at Maine Road to end a dismal start to the season. The Blues had failed to win any of their first four Division One games prior to the win and went into the game in 15^th position, while Leeds were among the leading pack. A healthy crowd of 40,125 see upcoming young striker Roger Palmer score twice and Dave Watson add another to finally get the season up and running, though it would ultimately be a campaign of great upheaval and disappointment as Tony Book’s successful side gradually were broken up by returning coach Malcolm Allison.