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Aston Villa v Besiktas European Cup match at Villa Park, 15th September 1982
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Aston Villa v Besiktas European Cup match at Villa Park, 15th September 1982
Aston Villa v Besiktas European Cup match at Villa Park, 15th September 1982.
Final Score:
Aston Villa 3-1 Besiktas
Policemen, photographers, journalists and club directors were among the few to be allowed to witness Villas first match in defence of the European Cup they had won in the spring of 1982. Crowd trouble in Brussels during the semi-final between Anderlecht and Villa had led UEFA to ban spectators from Villas next home match in Europe, which proved to be an encounter with the champions of Turkey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21609839
© Mirrorpix
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This print captures the intense atmosphere of the Aston Villa v Besiktas European Cup match at Villa Park on September 15th, 1982. As the defending champions of Europe, Aston Villa took to the field in their first match of the tournament amidst strict security measures and an empty stadium. Due to crowd trouble during a previous game in Brussels, UEFA had imposed a ban on spectators for this crucial encounter against Turkey's champions. Only a select few were granted access to witness this historic clash - policemen maintaining order, photographers capturing every moment, journalists eager to report on the action, and club directors anxiously observing from their seats. The final score reflected Aston Villa's determination as they emerged victorious with a resounding 3-1 win over Besiktas. This triumph marked an important step towards defending their European Cup title which they had clinched just months earlier in spring 1982. In this image, we see an eerily empty stadium that would normally be filled with passionate fans cheering on their beloved team. The absence of supporters creates a unique visual contrast against the backdrop of footballing excellence unfolding on the pitch. This remarkable photograph encapsulates not only a significant moment in football history but also serves as a reminder of how external circumstances can shape sporting events beyond players' control.
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