Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Woolwich
Framed Print : Chelsea F. C. v Woolwich Arsenal 1907
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Chelsea F. C. v Woolwich Arsenal 1907
The first Football League match between two teams from the southern half of England. Two years after their founding, Chelsea FC play host to Woolwich Arsenal in front of over 60, 000 spectators at Stamford Bridge, and win 2 - 1. On the left, the two captains, WIndridge and Sands, shake hands. On the right, the Chelsea goalkeeper makes a save. Date: 9 November 1907
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7190503
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10508038
Arsenal Chelsea Football Goal Keeper League Match Sands Soccer Stamford Woolwich
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Chelsea F.C. vs Woolwich Arsenal 1907 Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history in the making with this iconic image from the first Football League match between two legendary southern English teams. Founded just two years prior, Chelsea FC welcomed Woolwich Arsenal to Stamford Bridge in 1907, drawing an impressive crowd of over 60 spectators. Add this captivating piece to your collection and revisit the rich heritage of football in England. Embrace the passion and tradition with this elegant, framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sport
> Football
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Chelsea
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Woolwich
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Sports
> Football
> Sport
> Football
> Soccer
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the excitement of the first Football League match between two legendary London clubs, Chelsea Football Club and Woolwich Arsenal, which took place at Stamford Bridge on 9 November 1907. Two years after their founding, Chelsea welcomed Woolwich Arsenal to their newly built home, drawing over 60,000 spectators. In the image, the captains of both teams, Billy Sands of Woolwich Arsenal and Teddy Windridge of Chelsea, shake hands before the game, demonstrating the sportsmanlike conduct and camaraderie that defined the early days of professional football in England. On the right side of the photograph, the focus shifts to the intense action on the pitch, as Chelsea's goalkeeper makes a crucial save. The crowd, packed tightly into Stamford Bridge, watches with bated breath, their anticipation palpable in the air. The atmosphere is electric, as the two teams battle it out for supremacy in the southern half of England. In the end, Chelsea emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, marking an important milestone in the history of both clubs. This photograph is a testament to the passion, dedication, and spirit that have defined English football for over a century.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
