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Wales Starting XI v England, Home International Championship match at Ninian Park
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Wales Starting XI v England, Home International Championship match at Ninian Park
Wales Starting XI v England, Home International Championship match at Ninian Park, Cardiff, Saturday 22nd October 1955, Wales won the match 2-1.
Standing left to right, Mel Charles, Stuart Williams, John Kelsey, John Charles, Roy Paul and Ivor Allchurch.
Seated left to right, Derek Tapscott, Noel Kinsey, Alfred Sherwood, Trevor Ford and Cliff Jones
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
Media ID 21920515
© Mirrorpix
1955 Photo Call Photocall Press Call Professional Squad Team Welsh
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This print takes us back to a historic moment in Welsh football history. It captures the Wales Starting XI facing off against England in a thrilling Home International Championship match at Ninian Park on October 22nd, 1955. The atmosphere is palpable as both teams prepare for battle. Standing tall and proud on the left are Mel Charles, Stuart Williams, John Kelsey, John Charles, Roy Paul, and Ivor Allchurch. Their determined expressions reveal their unwavering commitment to securing victory for their nation. Seated next to them are Derek Tapscott, Noel Kinsey, Alfred Sherwood, Trevor Ford, and Cliff Jones – each player exuding confidence and anticipation. The significance of this match cannot be overstated as it marked an unforgettable triumph for Wales who emerged victorious with a scoreline of 2-1 against their arch-rivals from across the border. This iconic image freezes that jubilant moment forever. The Western Mail Archive has meticulously preserved this piece of sporting history through its Memory Lane Prints collection. It serves as a testament to the passion and skill exhibited by these talented athletes during one of football's most celebrated eras. Whether you're a dedicated sports enthusiast or simply appreciate capturing moments frozen in time, this print is sure to evoke nostalgia while paying homage to the indomitable spirit of Welsh footballers from yesteryears.
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