FA Cup Third Round replay match at the City Ground. Match abandoned after 81

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FA Cup Third Round replay match at the City Ground. Match abandoned after 81

FA Cup Third Round replay match at the City Ground.
Match abandoned after 81 minutes. due to fog.
A fog shrouded City Ground on the night the first replay between the clubs.
January 1973

Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
England
JS*9578440

Media ID 21655408

© Mirrorpix

West Brom West Bromwich

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to a historic FA Cup Third Round replay match at the City Ground in January 1973. As we gaze upon the image, we are immediately drawn to the dense fog that engulfs the stadium, creating an eerie and mysterious atmosphere. The weather conditions were so severe that after 81 minutes of intense action, the match had to be abandoned. The foggy backdrop adds an element of suspense and intrigue to this snapshot frozen in time. It is as if nature itself conspired to create a dramatic setting for this highly anticipated football clash between West Bromwich Albion (WBA) and their opponents. The players on both sides can be seen battling through the mist, their determination evident despite limited visibility. This photograph serves as a testament not only to the unpredictable nature of British weather but also to the resilience and passion displayed by these athletes who refused to let adverse conditions dampen their spirits. It captures a moment when sport transcends mere competition, becoming a spectacle of human perseverance. As we reflect on this remarkable image, it reminds us of how sports history is often shaped by unforeseen circumstances like inclement weather. This print allows us to relive a unique chapter in football's past while appreciating both its beauty and unpredictability.

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