Manchester City Football Club has today unveiled a mosaic dedicated to the memory of the Club’s former Honorary President, Sir Howard Bernstein at the Etihad Stadium.
Depicting lifelong City fan Sir Howard wearing a blue and white club scarf, the mosaic takes inspiration from a memorable photo of Sir Howard selected by his family. Sir Howard is captured in what was, for those who knew him, a familiar thoughtful pose – resting his chin on one hand.
Created by renowned Manchester artist Mark Kennedy, the mosaic was unveiled by Chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak earlier today, with Sir Howard’s close family in attendance.
The new mosaic proudly sits alongside the existing mosaic on Sir Howard Bernstein Way, which features a selection of iconic Manchester landmarks that celebrate the breadth and depth of Sir Howard’s achievements. The combined mosaics completing a tribute to Sir Howard that marks his incredible legacy.
Before kick-off at tomorrow’s match, a dedication to Sir Howard’s life will be read, followed by a minute’s applause, providing the Club, its players and Manchester City fans, with an opportunity to pay their respects to a lifelong fan who dedicated his career to the city of Manchester.
Manchester City players and manager, Pep Guardiola will also wear black armbands for the duration of the match.
Commenting on the unveiling of the new mosaic Chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak, said:
“Sir Howard was a rare – once in a lifetime – champion for change and progress. His legacy surrounds us in a succession of bold projects and initiatives for Manchester that were always
built on the foundations of the community’s needs. His remarkable legacy is the result of a unique ability to unite people around a clear vision with incredible humility.
The new mosaic that we have unveiled today shows Sir Howard in a pose that is instantly recognisable to all who knew him. It completes a permanent tribute at our stadium for a man whose contributions to Manchester, and love for his Club, will resonate for generations to come.”
