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Play Off Semi Final 2nd leg, Wolves vs Reading, Lescott & Ince
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Play Off Semi Final 2nd leg, Wolves vs Reading, Lescott & Ince
Wolverhampton Wanderers Joleon Lescott celebrates with Paul Ince
Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club, commonly known as Wolves, is a professional football club based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
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This iconic photograph captures the electrifying moment of jubilation between Joleon Lescott and Paul Ince during Wolverhampton Wanderers' Play Off Semi Final 2nd leg against Reading in the 2003 Championship season. With the Molineux Stadium crowd roaring in the background, Lescott, wearing the number 15 jersey, leaps into the air, embracing Ince, who is clad in the number 10. The image encapsulates the raw emotion and intensity of a pivotal moment in Wolves' quest for promotion back to the Premier League. The 2002-2003 Championship campaign saw Wolverhampton Wanderers locked in a fierce battle with Reading, Cardiff City, and Sunderland for the coveted third promotion spot. The first leg of the playoff semi-final ended in a 1-1 draw at the Madejski Stadium. The return leg at Molineux was a do-or-die encounter, with the home team knowing they needed a win to secure their place in the final. The tension was palpable as the teams took to the pitch, with both sides playing with a sense of urgency. In the 73rd minute, Lescott, a towering central defender, rose above the Reading defense to head home a corner kick, putting Wolves in the lead. The goal sent the home crowd into a frenzy, and the team held on to their advantage until the final whistle, securing their place in the Championship final against Sheffield United. This photograph, taken by renowned sports photographer Tony Marshall, is a testament to the passion, determination, and team spirit that defined Wolverhampton Wanderers during this era. It serves as a reminder of the thrilling journey that led the team back to the Premier League after a six-year absence.
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