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English League Division One match at Selhurst Park. Crystal Palace 2 v Leeds United
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English League Division One match at Selhurst Park. Crystal Palace 2 v Leeds United
English League Division One match at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace 2 v Leeds United 2.
Referee Bob Matthewson reaches for his pocket to book Norman Hunter of Leeds United after his foul on Palaces John Craven.
18th November 1972
Monte Fresco
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
WA*461466
Media ID 21460156
© Mirrorpix
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Capturing the Grit and Passion of 1970s English Football - Referee Bob Matthewson Takes Control
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. In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to a thrilling English League Division One match at Selhurst Park on November 18th, 1972. Crystal Palace faced off against Leeds United in a battle that would leave an indelible mark on football history. The image freezes a pivotal moment as referee Bob Matthewson reaches for his pocket to book Norman Hunter of Leeds United. The atmosphere is electric, with fans on the edge of their seats witnessing a clash between two fierce rivals. This snapshot encapsulates the raw intensity and physicality that defined football in the 1970s. As Hunter fouls Palace's John Craven, it becomes clear that no quarter will be given in this hard-fought encounter. The players' determination is palpable; they push themselves to the limit while displaying both skill and resilience amidst bone-crunching challenges. This photograph serves as a reminder of how sports icons like Bob Matthewson played an essential role in maintaining order during such intense matches. Their decisions could shape outcomes and ensure fair play within the beautiful game. Monte Fresco's expert lens captures not only the action but also the emotions running high among players, officials, and supporters alike. It immortalizes an era when football was gritty, dirty at times, yet undeniably enthralling—a testament to its enduring appeal across decades.
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