Greetings Card : Sheffield Wednesday players gather on the side line at Highbury during their match

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Sheffield Wednesday players gather on the side line at Highbury during their match

Sheffield Wednesday players gather on the side line at Highbury during their match against Arsenal. The match was abandoned after 47 minutes due to the heavy snow fall
December 1967

Monte Fresco
mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WA*889305

Media ID 21427135

© Mirrorpix

Blizzard

Greetings Card (A5)

Step back in time with our exclusive Sheffield Wednesday greetings cards from the Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints collection. This captivating design by Monte Fresco transports you to Highbury Stadium in December 1967, where Sheffield Wednesday players huddle together on the sidelines during their historic match against Arsenal. The game was famously abandoned after just 47 minutes due to heavy snowfall. These vintage greetings cards are the perfect way to add a touch of nostalgia to any occasion. Send a piece of football history to your loved ones and let them reminisce about the good old days.

Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)

Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")

Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Monte Fresco, we are transported back to December 1967 at Highbury Stadium. The image showcases the Sheffield Wednesday players huddled together on the sideline during their match against Arsenal. However, what makes this moment truly remarkable is the heavy snowfall that envelops the stadium. As a blizzard blankets the pitch, these dedicated athletes stand united in their determination despite adverse weather conditions. Their faces reveal a mix of concentration and resilience as they strategize and await further instructions from their manager. Each player's breath hangs in the freezing air, creating an ethereal mist around them. The abandoned match after only 47 minutes due to the relentless snowfall adds an element of intrigue to this snapshot frozen in time. It serves as a testament to Mother Nature's unpredictable influence on sporting events and highlights both the challenges faced by footballers and their unwavering commitment to their craft. This photograph not only captures a significant moment in football history but also encapsulates the spirit of camaraderie among teammates who brave extreme elements together. As we gaze upon this vintage scene, we are reminded of how sports can transcend mere competition and become a symbol of human perseverance even amidst nature's whimsical fury.

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