The Kippax facts for kids
The Kippax was a very famous part of the Maine Road football ground. This was the old home stadium for Manchester City. Many fans loved the Kippax stand. It was known for its lively atmosphere.
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The Kippax: A Famous Football Stand
The Kippax was one of the most well-known stands at Manchester City's old stadium. It was called the Popular Stand at first. Its name changed to The Kippax in 1957.
What Made The Kippax Special?
The Kippax was different from many other football stands. Usually, a stand for noisy fans is at one end of the pitch. But The Kippax ran along a whole side of the pitch. This made it quite unique. It was a special place for City supporters.
A New Look for Safety
In 1994, The Kippax got a big makeover. This happened because of something called the Taylor Report. This report made football stadiums safer for fans. It meant all stands had to have seats.
The new Kippax stand was opened by a Manchester City legend, Bert Trautmann. This new stand could hold 10,000 fans. It had three different levels. When it was built, it was the tallest stand in the whole country!
Moving to a New Home
Manchester City left their old Maine Road ground in 2003. They moved to a brand new stadium. This new stadium is called the City of Manchester Stadium.
When the club moved, it meant the end for The Kippax at Maine Road. It was a sad moment for many fans. However, many people unofficially call the East Stand in the new stadium "The Kippax." This keeps the memory of the old stand alive.
