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We spoke with “Bluenose” Trond Fuhre. He answered a number of questions from us on Friday evening for the home game of Leicester vs. Birmingham. Trond is a dedicated fan of Birmingham City, who lives in Norway. He often travels to England to watch his favorite team. He is also a dedicated Groundhopper and can be seen in many different stadiums in Great Britain.
After his travels Facebook is a big sensation. Below you will find our questions and are great answers.
How do you see Leicester as a rival? Do you have thoughts or special reasons why the two clubs can have a rivalry? I have never spoken with Bluenoses who believe that there is some rivalry or hatred between Birmingham City and Leicester City. Of course there is a rivalry about who is the best club in the Midlands. For Blues there are only two clubs that we don’t like. First, it’s Aston Villa, but we also have a bad relationship with Wolves, that’s for sure.
What are your earliest memories of supporting Birmingham City? The first moments with blues were when I saw them during “Tippekampen” at NRK, the 1976/77 season. We stood opposite Liverpool, Manchester City and Leeds United. We won none of the competitions, but I remember that I liked the kits (Penguin shirts).
What is your favorite match in the past versus Leicester City, and why? Undoubtedly it was the game that was played in Filbert Street on 04.12.76. I got my first football hero and favorite club after this game. Birmingham City was visiting and the Scottish Kenny Burns had a brilliant game. He scored 3 goals and the blues eventually won 6-2. I loved Kenny Burns, cool, fearless and a very good football player. A local businessman had promised a Triumph TR7 sports car to the scorer of the sixth goal. Burns scored the sixth goal and compulsory. Trevor Francis, Gary Emmanuel and his own goal of Dennis Rofe who contribute to the Foxes. Interesting is that he sold the sports car afterwards and shared the money with his teammates.
What was your worst match in the past versus Leicester City, and why? The first game I remember is the game in the fourth round in the FA Cup, 27.01.24. We visited King Power Stadium and dominated the first half, but we couldn’t get the ball in the net. This was largely due to their skilled keeper Jakub Stolarczyk. Blues manager Tony Mowbray tore his hair out and in the second half you were very clinical and you eventually won 3-0.
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Do you have favorite songs or songs that the fans sing? I love our beloved song “Keep Right On”. Also enjoy singing when we roar “shit on the villa”.
What is it like to be a ‘bluenosis’ nowadays? Birmingham City now has the best club owners in their 150-year history. After many years of setbacks with our hopeless Chinese owners, Tom Wagner and Co. have turned the club upside down. Their arrival in the club has given us hope and belief in the future. Their project is very impressive and I feel enthusiastic about what we will experience as a child.
What is your favorite pub and drink in Birmingham City at home games? I enjoy visiting various pubs in the Digbeth area and around the stadium. Not a specific favorite, but I can call the following pubs that I often visit: the Roost -Pub is a few stone throws from St. Andrews. Strictly for supporters at home. There are always many people and a high temperature here. The Spotted Dog Pub in Digbeth is wonderful to visit after a competition. They have a large seat outside and I meet a lot of my bluenose friends. The Big Bulls Head Pub is also in Digbeth. I have often stayed here and you meet a lot of the most passionate fans.
What do you think of the role of Tom Brady as the owner of minorities? Tom Brady is a very important piece in the Birmingham City project. Many believe that we only use it for the marketing of the club, but that is far from the truth. He achieved the pinnacle of athletic success through dedication to his diet. He also concentrated heavily on recovery and maintained a positive attitude towards his sport. The players of the club benefit a lot from this. If you ask Ethan Laird, he will tell you the truth. Tom Brady’s knowledge and help have helped him become a much better player.
What do you think of the current situation of the team in the competition and their recent versions?
We carry the incredibly positive last promotional season. Have started this season very well in the championship. It will of course be difficult to be promoted to the Premier League. However, we have faith. I believe that the foxes and blues will both fight for promotion.
What do you do on a matchday if you don’t attend the game, watch TV at home, go to a pub in Oslo, what is your choice? It is easy to answer. I like to watch my blues games at home. I enjoy the peace around me. I am so engaged. I almost feel that I am in my place at De Tiltton Lower (seasonal card holder).
What will your meal and drinks be on the day, specials? When I am in Birmingham, I often have a few Guinness for the competition. I often have a good English breakfast, so I often don’t eat until after the game. Then I especially enjoy a Chinese or an Indian dinner. When I am on a Groundhopping trip, I like to buy a cake and drink a bovel on the floor.
What is the likely line-up for your team? Ryan Allsop, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Phil Neumann, Christoph Klarer, Ethan Laird, Willum Willumsson, Seung-Ho Paik, Tomoki Iwata, Demarai Gray, Jay Stansfield and Kyogo Furuhashi.
Are there players in Leicester who admire or fear? If I have to choose two players today, it is Abdul Fatawo and Harry Winks. Two very good players with skills and football brain.
Who is your best player and why? My favorite at Blues Today is central defender Christoph Klarer. In my mind the best player last season. He is like a rock. Very strong in the air and plays with authority. Good at reading the game. He is our captain.
Your favorite player of all time in Birmingham City? My favorite of all time for the blues is Kenny Burns. He arrived from Glasgow Rangers in 1971 at the age of 17. Burns played 170 games (45 goals) for Birmingham City. He joined Nottingham Forest in the summer of 1977 and became a brilliant defender under Brian Clough. He started as a defender in Birmingham City, but it was like an attacker that I liked him the most. He had excellent football information. He was tough as nails. He was very good in the air. He was also a playmaker and scored goals.
Your predicted result? My prediction for Friday evening 1-1.
Thanks again to Trond for sharing his thoughts about his favorite club. Of course with a special focus on the game that comes up on Friday evening.
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