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England - 1949 British Home Championship
Football - 1949 British Home Championship - England 1 Wales 0
England Team Group photographed during a training session at Worcester before taking on Wales at Villa Park, Birmingham.
Back Row (left to right): Laurie Scott, Leuty, Neil Franklin, Frank Swift, Unknown, John Aston Snr; Billy Wright, Unknown.
Front (left to right): Stanley Matthews, Stan Mortensen, Jackie Milburn, Len Shackleton, Tom Finney
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Media ID 6258006
© Colorsport
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this stunning photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Colorsport Images. Witness the England football team in action during the 1949 British Home Championship, as they prepare for their match against Wales. Captured at a training session in Worcester before taking the field at Villa Park, Birmingham, this black-and-white image showcases the team's focus and determination. A must-have for football history enthusiasts and collectors, this authentic print brings the rich heritage of English football right to your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a significant moment in British football history - the 1949 British Home Championship match between England and Wales. The image showcases the England national team, united and determined during a training session at Worcester before their clash with Wales at Villa Park, Birmingham. In this iconic group photograph, we see the players lined up in two rows, exuding confidence and professionalism. The back row features Laurie Scott, Leuty, Neil Franklin, Frank Swift (the legendary goalkeeper), an unidentified player whose name remains unknown to us today, John Aston Snr. , Billy Wright (a prominent figure in English football), and another unidentified player. The front row is graced by some of the most revered names in English football history: Stanley Matthews (known as "The Wizard of Dribble"), Stan Mortensen (famous for his hat-trick in the 1953 FA Cup Final), Jackie Milburn (Newcastle United legend), Len Shackleton ("Clown Prince of Soccer"), and Tom Finney (Preston North End's star winger). This remarkable snapshot encapsulates not only the talent but also the camaraderie within this exceptional team. It serves as a reminder of an era when these individuals represented their nation with pride on home soil. As spectators gaze upon this historic image from Colorsport Images, they are transported back to a time when football was pure passion and dedication – a true testament to its enduring legacy.
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