‘Some semblance of normality’: In 1974-75 Carlisle United reach Division One
Bill Shankly described Carlisle reaching Division One as ‘the greatest feat in the history of the game.’
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‘CUP GLORY’ – The FA Cup of 1971-72 (film review):
The 1972 Arsenal v Leeds FA Cup Final is described as ‘unrelenting’ – a euphemism for tasty fouls and ferocious tackling.
A LEAGUE (CUP) OF THEIR OWN – THE FOOTBALL LEAGUE CUP FINAL: 1967-76
1972: STOKE CITY 2 CHELSEA 1: Sure and steady overcomes flash and dash……..
GET IT ON – FA CUP FINALS 1970-76……………
Sunderland 1973: Supporters at the ‘lucky’ end, team in stripes yet to lose a post-war FA Cup Final, 73 the reverse of 37…….
JACK: MASTER of the FOOTBALL TRADE (Jack Charlton 1935-2020)
Jack Charlton was present for several pivotal moments of domestic football – his achievements as a player and manager perhaps the greatest story of all.
BOBBY ROBSON – MORE THAN A MANAGER (documentary review)
Bobby Robson was in thrall to football, not just its capacity to excite, but how it could be played with decency.