What is an Official Supporters Club?

What is an Official Supporters Club (OSC)?

An Official Supporters Club (OSC) is a group of Manchester City fans who come together to support the team, no matter where they are in the world. Each local branch is officially recognized as the fan club for that area. Being a member of an OSC gives you access to exclusive benefits and opportunities.

There are over 400 OSC branches in more than 75 countries, and new branches are added each season.

Where can I find more information?

With over 400 branches worldwide, fans can gather to share moments and cheer on Manchester City wherever they are. We’ve welcomed 62 new branches this season, including in cities like Birmingham, Warsaw, Stuttgart, and Miami.

To learn more about OSCs or find your nearest branch, click here.

How do I join?

Joining an OSC is easy! If you're over 13 and know which branch you want to join, just log in to your Man City profile, choose the branch from the list, and request to join. Your request will go directly to the branch committee. They will manage the approval, not the Football Club, and you’ll be notified once your application is approved.

For more information on how to join, click here.

What are the benefits?

• New branches receive a welcome pack with an OSC flag and a certificate.
• Established branches get a seasonal pack with a personalized flag, membership cards, and other items.
• Branches also get access to their own logo, marketing materials, and invitations to exclusive events like the OSC Annual Dinner. International branches can attend events when the Club visits their country.
• Members also get access to special competitions, match tickets, and signed merchandise for fundraising.

How are they managed?

Each OSC branch is managed by its own volunteer committee. They handle membership applications, ticket requests, travel, and events. For questions about a specific branch, contact them directly once you’ve requested to join. Their contact details will be provided to you.

How do I register a junior (under 13) to join?

To join an Official Supporters Club, the junior must first have a Man City account. To create a junior account for an under 13-year-old, you must, as the parent/guardian, already have an account yourself. 

If you need to create an account for yourself please register here. 

Once you have created an account, or if you already have one, head to My Ticketing Account. On the Welcome page under the 'My Friends & Family' section, select 'Manage my Relationships' then 'Create a Relationship' and follow the on-screen instructions. This will automatically add the junior account to your Friends & Family. This will send you an email to complete registration and create a password.  

If the junior already has an account with a supporter number but you are unable to login, please contact Fan Support.  

Sign in to the junior account here using the supporter number and password confirmed on the email. You will receive an error message regarding logging in with a supporter number which is expected. Please select the button to sign in with supporter number, visible under the error message.    

You then need to select your Branch from the dropdown menu under Official Supporters Clubs – this is the same journey you may have followed to register yourself. You will then receive an email saying that your (the junior) application is being reviewed and you will be contacted in due course. Once the application has been reviewed and approved, you will get a second email saying that your (the junior) application has been approved. 

How do I find a local Official Supporters Club?

To find a local branch, use our interactive map. If there’s a branch in your area, you can join by clicking on it. Your personal details will be sent to the branch committee, who will manage your request.

Do I need to pay to join an Official Supporters Club?

Members over 18 pay a seasonal fee to join an OSC. Each branch may charge its own fee, but there is a minimum payment required to the Football Club. Once you request to join a branch, the branch committee will reach out to provide payment details.

When can I join an Official Supporters Club?

You can join an OSC at any time during the season. However, branches may close their membership lists at any point, so if a branch is closed for the season, you won’t be able to apply.

How do I create an Official Supporters Club?

If there’s no OSC in your area, you can start one by filling out an application form. Once you have 20 members, and have made the required payment, you'll be granted Official status.

To learn more about starting an OSC, visit our website here.