Man City players surprise local hero before US trip
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Manchester City players surprised a number of fans with a visit in the local community last Tuesday, before flying to the United States for the Club World Cup.
City wanted to say thank you for the support in a difficult and trophyless season and one man was of particular interest.
Lifelong City fan Allan Grafton, 80, received an MBE for his service as a 'community hero' in Gorton, as well as a Manchester FA lifetime award.
Defenders John Stones and Rico Lewis paid a visit to Grafton's house and he said: "The biggest surprise was when I looked through the window and saw who was coming out the car. I thought: 'This is brilliant!'"
Stones said: "For us to show our appreciation for what he is doing for his area and the club and how many memories he has got about the good times and how proud he is of what he is doing as well, it's special'."
Lewis added: "I enjoy seeing other people happy and on this visit alone you can see how happy he is and how proud he is of the things that he has done."