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Bernie Slaven and Wilf Mannion watch as Ayresome Park, the home of Middlesbrough F
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Bernie Slaven and Wilf Mannion watch as Ayresome Park, the home of Middlesbrough F
Bernie Slaven and Wilf Mannion watch as Ayresome Park, the home of Middlesbrough F.C, is demolished following the clubs move to their new stadium. 27th August 1996
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Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
96 18253
Media ID 21671101
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Demolished Footballers Ground Middlesbrough Football Club Sports Stadium Stands 1996
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Capturing the End of an Era - Bernie Slaven and Wilf Mannion Witness Ayresome Park's Demolition
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. In this poignant photo print, football legends Bernie Slaven and Wilf Mannion stand side by side, their eyes fixed on the demolition of Ayresome Park, the historic home ground of Middlesbrough Football Club. The year is 1996, a significant moment in the club's history as they prepare to move to their new stadium. As spectators watch from afar, Slaven and Mannion embody a mix of nostalgia and anticipation for what lies ahead. Their presence symbolizes the passing of time and pays homage to all those who have graced Ayresome Park's hallowed turf throughout its storied existence. Ayresome Park was more than just a stadium; it was a place where dreams were born and shattered, where countless battles were fought on behalf of Middlesbrough FC. It witnessed both triumphs and heartaches etched into football folklore. The image captures not only the physical destruction but also serves as a reminder that progress often demands sacrifice. As one chapter closes with Ayresome Park's demolition, another begins with the promise held within Middlesbrough FC's new stadium. This print transports us back to that fateful day in August 1996 when two footballing icons stood witness to history being made. It invites us to reflect on how sports grounds hold memories that transcend generations—a testament to the enduring spirit of sport
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