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Photographic Print : Chelsea F. C. v Woolwich Arsenal 1907
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Chelsea F. C. v Woolwich Arsenal 1907
The first Football League match between two teams from the southern half of England. Two years after their founding, Chelsea FC play host to Woolwich Arsenal in front of over 60, 000 spectators at Stamford Bridge, and win 2 - 1. On the left, the two captains, WIndridge and Sands, shake hands. On the right, the Chelsea goalkeeper makes a save. Date: 9 November 1907
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Chelsea F.C. v Woolwich Arsenal 1907" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history in the making with this iconic image from the first Football League match between two legendary southern English teams. Founded just two years prior, Chelsea Football Club proudly hosts Woolwich Arsenal in front of an impressive crowd of over 60 spectators. Relive the excitement of the past with this authentic, rights managed print, perfect for football enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Add this timeless piece to your collection and let the story of football history unfold in your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 9.1cm (11" x 3.6")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This historic photograph captures the excitement of the first Football League match between two legendary London clubs, Chelsea Football Club and Woolwich Arsenal, which took place at Stamford Bridge on 9 November 1907. Two years after their founding, Chelsea welcomed Woolwich Arsenal to their newly built home, drawing over 60,000 spectators. In the image, the captains of both teams, Billy Sands of Woolwich Arsenal and Teddy Windridge of Chelsea, shake hands before the game, demonstrating the sportsmanlike conduct and camaraderie that defined the early days of professional football in England. On the right side of the photograph, the focus shifts to the intense action on the pitch, as Chelsea's goalkeeper makes a crucial save. The crowd, packed tightly into Stamford Bridge, watches with bated breath, their anticipation palpable in the air. The atmosphere is electric, as the two teams battle it out for supremacy in the southern half of England. In the end, Chelsea emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, marking an important milestone in the history of both clubs. This photograph is a testament to the passion, dedication, and spirit that have defined English football for over a century.
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