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Young football fans sits on top of the crossbar following the conclusion of the Eldon
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Young football fans sits on top of the crossbar following the conclusion of the Eldon
Young football fans sits on top of the crossbar following the conclusion of the Eldon Grove Cup Final in Liverpool.
The competition is held to prove which of 52 dockland street teams has the right to call themselves champions.
24th June 1964
Charlie Owens
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
S5766
Media ID 21775422
© Mirrorpix
Boys Outdoor Leisure Activities Outdoors 1964 Competitions
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In this photo print, taken by Charlie Owens in 1964, we see the pure joy and excitement of young football fans sitting on top of the crossbar. The image captures a moment following the conclusion of the Eldon Grove Cup Final in Liverpool, where 52 dockland street teams battled it out to claim the title of champions. The photograph transports us back to a time when children found solace and camaraderie through outdoor leisure activities. These boys epitomize youthful energy as they perch themselves atop the crossbar, their faces beaming with pride and accomplishment. Their passion for football is palpable, evident in every gleeful expression. This snapshot from the past reminds us of simpler times when community competitions were held to determine local heroes. It symbolizes not only their love for sport but also their sense of belonging within their housing estate. The backdrop showcases rows upon rows of modest homes, serving as a reminder that these young athletes come from humble beginnings yet possess boundless dreams. Charlie Owens' skillful capture immortalizes an era filled with innocence and unadulterated fun. As we gaze at this remarkable piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded that sports have always been a powerful force capable of uniting communities and shaping young lives.
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