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Scunthorpe United players & coaching staff examine shirt of local works team that they
Scunthorpe United players & coaching staff examine shirt of local works team that they will be wearing in upcoming FA Cup match against Millwall, pictured at the Old Show Ground December 1951.
This is due to a clash in Scunthorpes claret-and-blue jerseys with Millwalls royal blue, and with Scunthorpes second
change being blue, the Lincolnshire team will wear the black-and-white stripes of a local works club.
Trainer Bill Corkhill (2nd left)
Match results:
Millwall 0-0 Scunthorpe United (15/12/1951)
Scunthorpe United 3-0 Millwall (Replay 20/12/1951)
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In this print from December 1951, we witness the Scunthorpe United players and coaching staff gathered around a shirt of a local works team. The reason behind their examination becomes clear as we learn that they will be donning this unique jersey in an upcoming FA Cup match against Millwall. The clash between Scunthorpe's claret-and-blue jerseys and Millwall's royal blue necessitated a change, but with their second option also being blue, the Lincolnshire team had to find an alternative solution. Trainer Bill Corkhill stands prominently among the group, his presence indicative of the importance placed on finding the perfect attire for this crucial game. Ultimately, it was decided that Scunthorpe United would proudly wear black-and-white stripes borrowed from a nearby works club. The significance of this moment is further highlighted by recalling the match results: a hard-fought goalless draw against Millwall followed by an impressive 3-0 victory in the replay just five days later. This photograph encapsulates not only a strategic decision made by Scunthorpe United but also captures the spirit and determination of these footballers during one memorable chapter in their history. Preserved through time, this image serves as both a testament to sporting ingenuity and as a nostalgic reminder of football's rich heritage in mid-century England.
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