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Disappointment and Heartbreak: Tottenham Defenders Chris Hughton and Mitchell Thomas Reaction to Gary Mabbutt's Own-Goal in FA Cup Final vs. Coventry City (3-2)
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Disappointment and Heartbreak: Tottenham Defenders Chris Hughton and Mitchell Thomas Reaction to Gary Mabbutt's Own-Goal in FA Cup Final vs. Coventry City (3-2)
Disappointment shows on the faces of Tottenham defenders Chris Hughton (right) and Mitchell Thomas (left) as team-mate Gary Mabbutt holds his head in his hands in shame after his own-goal went past grounded goalkeeper Ray Clemence in the FA Cup final at Wembley. His extra time mistake cost Spurs the trophy and Coventry City won the final 3-2
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In this poignant photograph captured during the FA Cup Final between Tottenham Hotspur and Coventry City on May 16,1987, the raw emotions of disappointment and heartbreak are etched on the faces of Tottenham defenders Chris Hughton and Mitchell Thomas. The scene unfolds at Wembley Stadium, where Coventry City emerged victorious with a 3-2 extra time win, snatching the trophy from the grasp of the Spurs team. At the heart of the despair is teammate Gary Mabbutt, who holds his head in his hands in shame. The image captures the moment of his own-goal, a crushing mistake that proved to be the turning point in the game. The ball sails past the grounded goalkeeper Ray Clemence, leaving Mabbutt and his teammates crestfallen. The disappointment on Hughton and Thomas' faces is palpable, as they process the bitter reality of their loss. Their expressions convey a sense of disbelief and despair, reflecting the collective disappointment of the Tottenham Hotspur team and their fans. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the high stakes and raw emotions involved in professional football, where the joy of victory is often accompanied by the agony of defeat. This photograph, taken by PA, is a testament to the classic moments in football history and a reminder of the unforgettable FA Cup Final between Tottenham Hotspur and Coventry City in 1987.
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