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Greetings Card : Stoke City v Doncaster Rovers league match at the Victoria Ground January 1958
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Stoke City v Doncaster Rovers league match at the Victoria Ground January 1958
Stoke City v Doncaster Rovers league match at the Victoria Ground January 1958.
Doncaster defender Makepeace rushes in to make a flying tacke on King of Stoke as he prepares to take a shot at goal.
Final score: Stoke City 0-0 Doncaster Rovers
Joe Bottomley
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Stoke On Trent
Staffordshire
England
Media ID 21580926
© Mirrorpix
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive Stoke City vs Doncaster Rovers greetings cards from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. This vintage photograph, taken by Joe Bottomley during the January 1958 league match at the Victoria Ground, captures the intensity of the moment as a Doncaster defender makes a daring tackle on Stoke's King, just as he was about to take a shot at goal. Perfect for football fans or as a thoughtful gift for someone who loves history, our cards bring the past to life with their stunning imagery and authenticity. Order yours today and add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from January 1958, we are transported back to the Victoria Ground where Stoke City clashed with Doncaster Rovers in a thrilling league match. The intensity of the game is palpable as Doncaster defender Makepeace fearlessly charges towards King of Stoke, ready to execute a flying tackle just as he prepares to unleash a powerful shot at goal. The frozen moment captures the essence of 1950s football, showcasing the raw passion and determination that defined the era. The photograph not only immortalizes an iconic sporting moment but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of how far football has come since then. In an era before advanced technology and modern tactics took over, it was all about sheer skill and physicality on the pitch. Despite their valiant efforts, both teams were unable to break through each other's defenses, resulting in a goalless draw. However, this scoreline does little justice to the heart-stopping action witnessed by those lucky enough to witness this clash firsthand. Joe Bottomley's expertly captured image transports us back in time, allowing us to relive this historic encounter between two formidable sides. It serves as a testament to his talent for freezing moments that encapsulate not just sportsmanship but also evoke emotions associated with nostalgia and admiration for our sporting heritage.
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