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England players (l-r) Phil Blakeway, Fran Cotton, Bill Beaumont, Roger Uttley and Steve Smith Five Nations at Murrayfield - Scotland v England 1980
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England players (l-r) Phil Blakeway, Fran Cotton, Bill Beaumont, Roger Uttley and Steve Smith Five Nations at Murrayfield - Scotland v England 1980
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In this vintage photograph from The Northcliffe Collection, five English rugby players celebrate a hard-fought victory against Scotland during the 1980 Five Nations Championship at Murrayfield. The triumphant quintet includes (from left to right) Phil Blakeway, Fran Cotton, Bill Beaumont, Roger Uttley, and Steve Smith. The Six Nations Championship, then known as the Five Nations, is an annual international rugby union competition involving the teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, and Scotland. This particular match, held on February 23, 1980, ended with a resounding 18-30 victory for England, securing them the Calcutta Cup, a symbol of Anglo-Scottish rugby rivalry. The atmosphere at Murrayfield that day was electric, as both teams fought fiercely for dominance on the pitch. England, led by their formidable captain Bill Beaumont, managed to outmaneuver their Scottish opponents, with tries from Uttley, Smith, and Cotton contributing significantly to their victory. The photograph captures the raw emotion and excitement of the moment, as the players revel in their hard-earned triumph. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and passion of rugby union, particularly in the context of the Five Nations Championship. It serves as a reminder of the fierce competition and camaraderie that has long defined this iconic tournament. The Northcliffe Collection, which houses this image, is a valuable archive of sports history, offering a glimpse into the past and the evolution of rugby union in Europe.
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