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Liverpool v. Wolverhampton Wanderers. Tommy Smith lashes a freekick at the Wolves wall
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Liverpool v. Wolverhampton Wanderers. Tommy Smith lashes a freekick at the Wolves wall
Liverpool v. Wolverhampton Wanderers. Tommy Smith lashes a freekick at the Wolves wall. Ian St. John waits for the ball to pierce the wall but the ball rebounded towards the Liverpool goal. The wall breaks up with left to right Curran, Bailey Walker and NcCalliog, the substitute does a double quick turn - and almost loses his shirt. November 1969 Z10859-007
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
Merseyside
England
Media ID 21596576
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In this print from November 1969, we are transported back to the intense match between Liverpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers. The image freezes a crucial moment as Tommy Smith fiercely strikes a freekick towards the formidable Wolves wall. With determination etched on his face, Smith hopes to find a gap in their defense. Ian St. John eagerly awaits the ball's trajectory, hoping for it to pierce through the solid wall of defenders. However, fate has other plans as the ball unexpectedly rebounds towards the Liverpool goal, leaving St. John momentarily stunned. The Wolves' defensive line is captured mid-action as they desperately try to block Smith's powerful shot. From left to right, Curran, Bailey Walker, and NcCalliog form an impenetrable barrier that challenges even the most skilled attackers. Amidst this chaos stands NcCalliog - a substitute player who finds himself caught in an unexpected turn of events. His lightning-fast reflexes cause him to twist away from danger so quickly that he almost loses his shirt in the process. This incredible snapshot perfectly encapsulates both the physicality and unpredictability of football matches during this era. It serves as a reminder of how moments like these can define games and leave lasting memories for players and fans alike.
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