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Sport - Football - European Championship quarter-final second-leg - Wales v Yugoslavia
Sport - Football - European Championship quarter-final second-leg - Wales v Yugoslavia - Ninian Park, Cardiff - 22nd May 1976 - Disallowed - John Toshack dives to head home in the 77th minute, but was ruled offside
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
JS*6969540
Media ID 21690474
© Mirrorpix
Attempt Ball Diving Goalkeeper Pitch Save
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Relive the thrills of the past with this iconic Mirrorpix photograph from the European Championship quarter-final second-leg between Wales and Yugoslavia, taken at Ninian Park in Cardiff on May 22, 1976. Witness the dramatic moment as John Toshack dives to head home what seemed to be the winning goal in the 77th minute, only for it to be disallowed. This high-quality Media Storehouse print brings the excitement of the match right into your home, making it a must-have for any football fan or history enthusiast.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 12.3cm (12" x 4.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the intense atmosphere of a European Championship quarter-final second-leg match between Wales and Yugoslavia. The date is 22nd May 1976, and the iconic Ninian Park in Cardiff serves as the battleground for these football titans. The image captures a pivotal moment in the game when John Toshack, renowned for his aerial prowess, dives fearlessly towards the ball with one goal in mind - to head it home. With determination etched on his face, he defies gravity momentarily as he reaches out to connect with the ball. However, fate intervenes cruelly as Toshack's heroic effort is deemed offside by an eagle-eyed referee. The crowd erupts into a mixture of disbelief and disappointment while Toshack himself looks incredulous at this controversial decision. Amidst all this drama, we cannot overlook the valiant efforts of Yugoslavia's goalkeeper who stretches every sinew of his body to make an acrobatic save. His agile reflexes showcase why he is considered one of Europe's finest shot-stoppers during that era. This photograph encapsulates not just a single attempt or disallowed goal but also embodies the passion and unpredictability that makes football such an enthralling sport. It serves as a timeless reminder that even though victory may elude us at times, moments like these shape our collective memories and keep us forever connected through our shared love for the beautiful game.
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