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Burnley v Sheffield Wednesday league match at Turf Moor 2nd April 1960
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Burnley v Sheffield Wednesday league match at Turf Moor 2nd April 1960
Burnley v Sheffield Wednesday league match at Turf Moor 2nd April 1960.
Burnley goalkeeper Adam Blacklaw dives high for the ball but misses and the ball goes into the net from a shot by Alan Finney
Burnley 3-3 Sheffield Wednesday
Joe Bottomley
Sunday Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21588008
© Mirrorpix
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to a thrilling league match between Burnley and Sheffield Wednesday at Turf Moor on the 2nd of April, 1960. The intensity and excitement of this game are perfectly captured in this snapshot by Joe Bottomley from Memory Lane Prints. In the midst of an action-packed moment, we witness Burnley goalkeeper Adam Blacklaw soaring through the air, desperately attempting to save a powerful shot from Sheffield Wednesday's Alan Finney. However, fate had other plans as the ball narrowly evades Blacklaw's outstretched fingertips and finds its way into the net. The crowd erupts with mixed emotions as they witness this remarkable display of skill and determination. The scoreline tells us that this particular encounter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, leaving both teams hungry for more success. This image encapsulates not only the scoring prowess but also the relentless spirit displayed by these players during one unforgettable afternoon in Burnley's football history. Transporting us back to a time when football was raw and unfiltered, this photograph captures all elements that make it truly timeless - passion, athleticism, and sheer joy. It serves as a reminder of how sports can unite communities while providing lasting memories for generations to come. Whether you're a fan reliving past glories or simply appreciate vintage sports photography, Joe Bottomley's work brings alive those moments frozen in time on that fateful day at Turf Moor in 1960.
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