If City were playing in France or Spain, they would undoubtedly face a chorus of boos echoing from one end of the stands to the other. But here in Scotland, where the culture is not so different from English football, the moment your team is at a disadvantage—whether it's a clearance, a tackle, or a collision, regardless of its legality—Raith's supporters would cheer.
This is why English football has never fully shaken off hooliganism. Even their own fans take pleasure in such spectacles, so how could the club simply abandon this culture?
Fans don't cheer based on whether their team plays conservatively or with flair, nor do they abandon their passionate chants when the scoreline turns against them. For them, loyalty—often passed down through generations—is steadfast, regardless of whether their club is in the depths of despair or basking in glory.
Currently, the one who is truly being cheered by Raith fans is not a player from Raith, but one from Manchester City.
