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Englands preparations for the World Cup finals in July are hotting up
Englands preparations for the World Cup finals in July are hotting up. Mr Alf Ramsey, the team manager has gathered 27 players together at Lilleshall, Shropshire, for 12 days of training. He will name 22 next Friday for the Continental tour, and these men, he says, " will be the World Cup squad." The problem is, which 5 to leave out? Mr Ramsey hopes to find the answer during the training, " although it will be the hardest decision I have ever had to make." Our photo shows the players being put through their paces during a training session.
9th June 1966
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Lilleshall
England
Media ID 21604575
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England's Road to Glory: Intense Preparations for World Cup Finals". As the anticipation builds and the countdown to the highly anticipated World Cup finals in July begins, England's national football team is leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory. Under the watchful eye of their esteemed manager, Mr Alf Ramsey, 27 talented players have gathered at Lilleshall, Shropshire for an intensive 12-day training camp. With only 22 spots available on the Continental tour squad, Ramsey faces a daunting task of selecting his final lineup. The weight of this decision weighs heavily on him as he admits it will be one of the toughest choices he has ever had to make. Every player knows that they must give their all during these grueling training sessions if they hope to secure a coveted spot on the World Cup squad. In our captivating print captured on June 9th, 1966, we witness these dedicated athletes being put through their paces during a rigorous training session. Their determination and focus are palpable as they push themselves beyond limits in pursuit of excellence. The stage is set for England's journey towards glory; every pass perfected, every tackle honed - all leading up to that fateful moment when Mr Alf Ramsey announces his chosen five who will unfortunately miss out. Stay tuned as we follow England's progress and witness history unfold in this thrilling chapter of footballing greatness.
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