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Peter McParland collides with Ray Wood during the 1957 FA Cup Final
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Peter McParland collides with Ray Wood during the 1957 FA Cup Final
Football - 1956 / 1957 FA Cup - Final: Aston Villa 2 Manchester United 1
Ray Wood injury incident: United goakeeper Wood, with ball in hands, moments before being shoulder-barged by Villas Peter McParland at Wembley.
Wood was left unconscious with a broken cheekbone, while teammate Jackie Blanchflower had to take over in goal as no substitutes were allowed
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In this iconic print from the 1957 FA Cup Final, we witness a dramatic collision between Peter McParland of Aston Villa and Ray Wood of Manchester United. The intensity of the match is palpable as McParland forcefully shoulder-barges into Wood, who valiantly clings onto the ball in his hands. This split-second encounter would have far-reaching consequences for both players and their teams. The impact was so severe that it left Ray Wood unconscious with a broken cheekbone, forcing him out of the game. With no substitutes allowed at that time, Jackie Blanchflower had to step up and take over as goalkeeper for Manchester United. This unexpected turn of events added an extra layer of drama to an already intense final. This photograph captures not only the physicality but also the resilience displayed by these footballers during one of England's most prestigious competitions. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of adversity, athletes push themselves beyond their limits to achieve greatness on the field. Colorsport Images has expertly preserved this historic moment in football history through their high-quality print. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to Wembley Stadium in 1957 when two titans clashed, forever etching their names into FA Cup folklore.
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