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Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers 26th March 1949
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Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers 26th March 1949
Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers 26th March 1949.FA Cup Semi Final at Hillsborough.
Press cameramen squatting on their little black cases or lying on their stomachs in the rain are part of the landscape at big football matches.....and this is what happens when a shot goes just wide of the post and heads towards them.
Stan Pearson, Manchester Uniteds inside left is lying on the ground (centre), having shot just wide of the mark. Daily Herald cameraman Bert Abell took rapid action as the ball headed for him. His dive for safety produced an involuntary release of the shutter....to record this picture as Billy Wright of Wolves standing behind the keeper looks on. The final score was a one all draw. Wolves went on to win the replay one nil
Bert Abell
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21424168
© Mirrorpix
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Capturing the Intensity: A Glimpse into Football's Golden Era". In this print from 1949, we are transported back to a momentous FA Cup Semi Final clash between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Hillsborough. The image beautifully encapsulates the raw passion and drama that unfolded on that rainy day. As the match reached fever pitch, press cameramen positioned themselves strategically around the field, ready to capture every thrilling moment. Little did they know that their dedication would lead them to become part of the action itself. Stan Pearson, Manchester United's inside left, had just unleashed a shot that narrowly missed its target. In an unexpected turn of events, his wayward strike hurtled towards Daily Herald cameraman Bert Abell. Reacting with lightning speed and instinctive reflexes, Abell dived for safety while inadvertently triggering his camera shutter. The result? A remarkable snapshot frozen in time forever – Pearson lying on the ground amidst rain-soaked turf as Billy Wright of Wolves observes from behind the keeper. This photograph not only immortalizes a pivotal moment in football history but also serves as a testament to the unwavering commitment of those who document these sporting spectacles. It transports us back to an era when matches were played with unbridled enthusiasm and stadiums overflowed with anticipation. Memory Lane Prints allows us to relish in these nostalgic glimpses of our favorite pastime – reminding us why football has always held such a special place in our hearts.
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