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Richard Forrester

Gary Johnson recalls fierce Bristol City rivalry with Neil Warnock sparked by the 'ghost goal'

Former Bristol City manager Gary Johnson has spoken of his notorious rivalry with old foe Neil Warnock including their exchange following Freddie Sears' infamous ghost goal.

The two old bosses have a history of spats on the touchline over the years sparked when Johnson's Bristol City beat Warnock's Crystal Palace in the play-off semi-final first-leg at Selhurst Park in 2008.

A brilliant David Noble strike in the 93rd minute sent the away fans into raptures with a number piling on the pitch following the 2-1 victory. After the game, Warnock said of City: "I thought they were arrogant, we don't need any more motivation. I expect a lot more protection on Tuesday. They came to make sure our young lads got a few kicks early on. They did whatever they could get away with."

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