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Liverpool manager Bill Shankly boards the plane at Speke Airport
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Liverpool manager Bill Shankly boards the plane at Speke Airport
Liverpool manager Bill Shankly boards the plane at Speke Airport, Liverpool for the flight to Yugoslavia where his team will take on Red Star Belgrade in the European Cup Second Round First Leg match.
Red Star Belgrade defeated Liverpool by two goals to one in both legs to eliminate them from the tournament.
24th October 1973
Stephen Shakeshaft
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21803830
© Mirrorpix
Boarding European Cup Plane Travelling 1973 Competitions Expressions Manager
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in football history as Liverpool manager Bill Shankly confidently boards the plane at Speke Airport, Liverpool. The year is 1973, and his team is about to embark on an exhilarating journey to Yugoslavia for a crucial European Cup Second Round First Leg match against Red Star Belgrade. Shankly's infectious smile and happy expression reflect his unwavering determination and belief in his team's abilities. As he steps onto the aircraft, one can almost feel the anticipation and excitement that fills the air. This snapshot freezes time, encapsulating the energy of this pivotal moment. However, fate had other plans for Liverpool that day. Red Star Belgrade proved to be formidable opponents, defeating them by two goals to one in both legs of the tournament. Despite their elimination from the competition, this photograph immortalizes Shankly's indomitable spirit and commitment to his beloved club. Stephen Shakeshaft skillfully captured not only a historical event but also emotions that transcend time. This image serves as a reminder of how sport has the power to unite people across borders and generations while igniting passion within us all.
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