Alberto Tarantini argentinian football player, pictured with Blues boss Jim Smith (right

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Alberto Tarantini argentinian football player, pictured with Blues boss Jim Smith (right

Alberto Tarantini argentinian football player, pictured with Blues boss Jim Smith (right) during training session ahead of signing for Birmingham City September 1978. Despite the exceptional talent of Gazza, who was to follow Waddle and Beardsley out of St JamesO Park, Willie McFaulOs team slumped badly in 1988/9 and faced another period in the second tier of football. It was now Jim SmithOs turn at the helm, the Bald Eagle taking charge in December 1988

Dick Williams
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England

Media ID 21867301

© Mirrorpix

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Alberto Tarantini, the talented Argentinean football player, is captured in this print alongside Blues boss Jim Smith during a training session ahead of his signing for Birmingham City in September 1978. The image exudes an air of anticipation and excitement as two footballing minds come together to shape the future of the club. Despite Gazza's exceptional talent, who would later follow in the footsteps of Waddle and Beardsley out of St James' Park, Willie McFaul's team faced a disappointing slump in the 1988/9 season, resulting in another period spent in the second tier of football. However, hope was reignited with Jim Smith taking charge as manager in December 1988. Known affectionately as 'The Bald Eagle', Smith brought a renewed sense of determination and leadership to Birmingham City. This photo captures him at the beginning stages of his tenure when dreams were still fresh and possibilities seemed endless. Dick Williams expertly immortalizes this moment from Birmingham City's history through his lens. The black-and-white composition adds a timeless quality to the image while highlighting every detail - from Tarantini's focused expression to Smith's authoritative presence. This print serves as a reminder not only of past glories but also how great leaders can inspire change and breathe new life into even the most challenging situations. It stands as a testament to both Alberto Tarantini's impact on Birmingham City and Jim Smith's legacy as one of their most influential managers.

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