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Ray Parlour (Arsenal). Arsenal 1: 0 Southampton. The F
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Ray Parlour (Arsenal). Arsenal 1: 0 Southampton. The F
A.Cup Final, The Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, Wales, 17/5/03. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Stuart MacFarlane
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In this iconic photo from the FA Cup Final at The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales on May 17, 2003, Ray Parlour of Arsenal Football Club lifts the FA Cup aloft in triumph after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Southampton. The previous season had seen Arsenal finish runners-up in the Premier League, making this cup triumph all the more sweet for the Gunners and their fans. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric as Arsenal, led by their charismatic captain Tony Adams, took on Southampton in the showpiece event of the domestic cup competition. The first half was a tense affair with few clear-cut chances for either side, but in the second half, Arsenal stepped up their game. In the 67th minute, Robert Pires set up Freddie Ljungberg with a brilliant through ball, and the Swede made no mistake in slotting the ball past Southampton goalkeeper Paul Jones to give Arsenal the lead. The goal was a moment of magic that electrified the crowd and set the stage for the final moments of the game. As the minutes ticked down, the tension in the stadium grew palpable. Southampton pressed forward, looking for an equalizer, but the Arsenal defense held firm, with Parlour putting in a man-of-the-match performance in midfield. In the final moments of injury time, the referee blew the whistle, and Arsenal players and fans alike erupted in jubilation. In the chaos that followed, Parlour was the first to lift the FA Cup, a moment that encapsulated the team's determination, resilience, and skill. The photo captures the raw emotion and excitement of that moment, with Parlour's jubilant expression and the sea of Arsenal fans in the background, celebrating their team's victory. It is a moment that will forever be etched in the memories of Arsenal fans and a testament to the team's unwavering spirit and passion for the beautiful game.
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