Preparations are underway in Manchester city centre ahead of Manchester City's Treble parade tonight.
An open-top bus parade will take place later to celebrate Pep Guardiola's side completing their historic accomplishment on Saturday night, when they beat Inter Milan in Istanbul. The Champions League triumph came after an incredible season that also saw the Blues win the Premier League and the FA Cup.
Thousands of fans are expected to line the streets in the city centre between 6.30pm and 8.30pm. Gates open for the parade stage show at 5pm, with a huge banner reading 'TREBLE WINNERS' put in place this afternoon.
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The parade will start on Deansgate before turning onto St Mary Gate, Cross Street, King Street, Brown Street, Booth Street, Nicholas Street, George Street before ending on Princess Street near St Peter’s Square. A number of road closures will be in place.
Greater Manchester Police said officer patrols will be stepped up as they urged fans to 'remain vigilant'. Police also urged fans attending 'not to drink in excess'.
Superintendent Gareth Parkin, from GMP's City of Manchester district , said: “The Man City victory parade will attract thousands of supporters into the city centre to celebrate club’s triumphant season after winning the European Cup for the first time ever.
“The parade will be a joyous occasion for the community to come together. GMP has been working with partners to ensure a smooth-running and safe event, and while we expect the vast majority of people coming together to be genuine fans, we urge you not to drink in excess or be involved in anti-social behaviour.
“Those attending should keep their belongings safe and report anything suspicious to police. There will be an increased police presence around the city centre. They are there to keep you safe. Crime can be reported via gmp.police.uk or 101. In an emergency, always dial 999.”
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