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Chelsea Football Club - 1959-1960 season
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Chelsea Football Club - 1959-1960 season
Chelsea Football Club - 1959-1960 season. Left to right: (Back row) S. Anderton, R. Whittaker, R. Matthews, J. Mortimore, C. Livesey, J. Compton; (front row) James Peter ( Jimmy ) Greaves (1940-), P. Brabrook, P. Sillett, A. Nicholas and F. Blunstone. Date: 1959
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1959 1960 Chelsea Compton Football Footballer Footballers League Livesey Matthews Players Season Soccer Squad Stamford Whittaker
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This photograph captures the Chelsea Football Club team from the 1959-1960 season, a period of great history and success for the English football club based in London's Stamford Bridge. The image features the squad in their classic blue shirts and white collars, standing proudly in two rows. In the back row, we see the faces of S. Anderton, R. Whittaker, R. Matthews, J. Mortimore, C. Livesey, and J. Compton. These stalwarts of the team provided the backbone of Chelsea's defense and midfield during this season. In the front row, we find some of the most iconic names in Chelsea's history. P. Brabrook, P. Sillett, A. Nicholas, and the prolific goalscorer F. Blunstone are all present. Among them, Jimmy Greaves (1940-) stands out as a particularly notable figure. Greaves would go on to become one of the greatest strikers in English football history, scoring an impressive 44 goals in all competitions during the 1959-1960 season. This image serves as a testament to the team spirit, determination, and talent that characterized Chelsea Football Club during this era. The 1959-1960 season saw Chelsea finish third in the English Football League, a remarkable achievement that showcased their potential and laid the foundation for future successes. This photograph is a cherished piece of football history, preserving the memories of a team that continues to inspire generations of Chelsea fans.
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