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FA Cup winners - Aston Villa, 1887
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FA Cup winners - Aston Villa, 1887
FA Cup winners in 1887, Aston Villa. Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, c. 1930. Date: 1887
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Astonishing Victory: Aston Villa, FA Cup Winners of 1887 In the annals of English football history, few achievements hold a candle to Aston Villa's FA Cup victory in 1887. This iconic team, immortalized in this vintage photograph from the Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, c. 1930, stands as a testament to the passion, determination, and skill that defined the sport during the 1880s. The FA Cup, the oldest domestic football competition in the world, was established in 1871, and Aston Villa's triumph in 1887 marked their first major trophy. The team, composed of local talent and a few astute acquisitions, overcame formidable opponents such as West Bromwich Albion and Blackburn Rovers to claim the coveted prize. The photograph captures the team's elation and pride as they proudly display the FA Cup. Their faces radiate joy and satisfaction, a reflection of the hard-earned victory that brought them together. The players, dressed in their distinctive claret and blue jerseys, stand in two rows, creating a sense of unity and camaraderie. This photograph is a precious reminder of a bygone era in football history, a time when the sport was still in its infancy and the thrill of victory was a shared experience among players and fans alike. The image of Aston Villa's triumphant team in 1887 continues to inspire and captivate football enthusiasts, a testament to the enduring power of sport and the indelible mark it leaves on our collective memory.
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