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Ben Hayward

Big clubs that suffered relegation

Manchester City fans react after their club is relegated to League Two in May 1998.

Relegation is painful. Losing your place in a league, especially the top flight, can bring heartbreak and also mockery from rival fans.

For some, though, it is a relief. Many match-going supporters of smaller sides will say they prefer to watch their team in a lower division: it's cheaper, less commercial, and a win is more likely – which often makes for a more fun day out.

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