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Kenny Hibbitt (left) and Willie Carr (right) congratulate new team mate Andy Gray (centre
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Kenny Hibbitt (left) and Willie Carr (right) congratulate new team mate Andy Gray (centre
Kenny Hibbitt (left) and Willie Carr (right) congratulate new team mate Andy Gray (centre) after he scored his first goal for Wolverhampton Wanderers at Goodison Park September 1979.
Andy Gray signed for Wolves on the 8th September 1979 for £ 1, 469, 000 and became the most expensive footballer in Britain. His debut for Wolves was a 3-2 victory over Everton at Goodison Park on the 15th September 1979, in which he scored his first of 45 goals for Wolves.
Final score: Everton 2-3 Wolverhampton Wanderers
1980 League Campaign
Daily Mirror
MSI
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
Merseyside
England
Media ID 21534873
© Mirrorpix
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In this nostalgic print captured by the Daily Mirror, we witness a moment of pure joy and camaraderie among football players. Kenny Hibbitt and Willie Carr can be seen on either side of their new teammate, Andy Gray, as they congratulate him for scoring his first goal for Wolverhampton Wanderers at Goodison Park in September 1979. This image holds great significance as it marks a milestone in Gray's career. Having signed with Wolves just days before this match for an impressive sum of £1,469,000, he became the most expensive footballer in Britain at that time. His debut performance proved to be memorable not only for himself but also for the team and fans alike. The final score of the game was Everton 2-3 Wolverhampton Wanderers, further highlighting the significance of Gray's contribution to securing victory. This photograph encapsulates both the excitement surrounding his achievement and the unity within the team. As we delve into Memory Lane Prints' collection from the 1970s, this particular image stands out due to its action-packed nature and infectious smiles displayed by all three players. It serves as a reminder of how sports can bring people together through shared triumphs and celebrations.
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