Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton felt "incredibly honoured and privileged" to be invited by Olympique Marseille fans to join them in the away end at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this week.
Barton spent a season playing in the south of France, creating a "special bond" with the fanbase, and he took up the invite to be their guest for the 2-0 Champions League defeat on Wednesday. The 40-year-old would be treated to the full fan experience, taking part in the pre-match march to the stadium and
The Rovers boss played 33 times on loan at Stade Vélodrome in 2012/13, helping OM achieve a second-placed finish. He believes he did not perform to his full potential with the club, but it was a memorable time and he holds the club close to his heart.
