Footballing Collection

Leeds United footballer Jack Charlton smoking a cigarette during a training session August 1970

A father and son enjoying themselves in the stands as they got to watch their team Leyton Orient. February 1981

Board of Directors Liverpool FC April 1964. Left to right: SC Reakes CJ Hill H Cartwright GA Richards RL Martindale TV Williams (chairman) JS McInnes (Secretary) W Shankly (manager)

Chelsea FC 1930-1. l-r Andy Wilson, Hughie Gallacher and Jackie Crawford. DM17822A. 1st February 1931 Wee Hughie a Chelsea star

Football match (litho)
7201151 Football match (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A corner kick, one minute to time: a football match)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ballon (d enfant); Football; Fuszball (engraving)
7194817 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Ballon (d enfant); Football; Fuszball (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ballon (d enfant); Football; Fuszball

Boy playing in goal for his football team (colour litho)
7200581 Boy playing in goal for his football team (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy playing in goal for his football team)

Football in the Strand, about 1730 (engraving)
7188885 Football in the Strand, about 1730 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Football in the Strand, about 1730)

Football (engraving)
7186858 Football (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Football. Illustration for The Boys Modern Playmate (Frederick Warne, c 1890).); © Look and Learn

Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match (litho)
7201218 Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match)

The Italian game that was born before foot-ball (colour litho)
2809083 The Italian game that was born before foot-ball (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italian game that was born before foot-ball)

The Football Game In The Milan Trotter To Win The Royal Medal, The Final Race Between Milan And Turin (Colour Litho)
2798525 The Football Game In The Milan Trotter To Win The Royal Medal, The Final Race Between Milan And Turin (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

An uninvited player (colour litho)
2778287 An uninvited player (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An uninvited player)

A curious and picturesque historical re-enactment (colour litho)
2777947 A curious and picturesque historical re-enactment (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious and picturesque historical re-enactment)

A beautiful act of courage was carried out in San Severo, near Foggia, by an Avant-gardist (colour litho)
2778126 A beautiful act of courage was carried out in San Severo, near Foggia, by an Avant-gardist (colour litho) by Beltrame

A masterful stroke (Colour Litho)
2783523 A masterful stroke (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A masterful blow)

The Champion, 1947 (print)
NFM315168 The Champion, 1947 (print) by English School, (20th century); National Football Museum, Manchester, UK; (add.info)

The brilliant recovery of the Azzurri in the Italy-England match (colour litho)
2778308 The brilliant recovery of the Azzurri in the Italy-England match (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A rowdy game of foot-ball in the water (colour litho)
2808876 A rowdy game of foot-ball in the water (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A rowdy game of foot-ball in the water)

The first Italian victory at the Olympics (colour litho)
2809302 The first Italian victory at the Olympics (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first Italian victory at the Olympics)

A curious form of training in the game of rugby (colour litho)
2777945 A curious form of training in the game of rugby (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious form of training in the game of rugby)

The new international victory, the third of the year, for the Italian football team (colour litho)
2808995 The new international victory, the third of the year, for the Italian football team (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The latest in sport (colour litho)
2777715 The latest in sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The latest in sport)

The great events of sport (colour litho)
2777684 The great events of sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great events of sport)

A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators (colour litho)
2778515 A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators)

The matches of the World Football Championship, played this year in Italy, were also... (colour litho)
2778263 The matches of the World Football Championship, played this year in Italy, were also... (colour litho) by Beltrame

British sports oddities (colour litho)
2778095 British sports oddities (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: British sports oddities)

Stoke 2 v. Luton 0. 18th May 1963. Celebrations in the Bath after todays victory as Viollet (r) pours champagne over winger Ratcliffe. Skeels in centre

Sacked Manchester City manager George Poyser pictured doing a spot of gardening at his home in Penryn Ave, Brooklands. April 1965 P007345

Manchester Citys new manager George Poyser. June 1963 P007348

New manager for Manchester City, George Poyser. June 1963 P007347

and enjoy a cigarette following their win over Scotland in their dressing room at Ninian Park - John Charles and Ivor Allchurch (right). 3rd October 1964

1954 FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. West Bromwich Albion 3 v Preston North End 2. Players drinking champagne frpm the FA Cup trophy in the dressing room at Wembley after West Bromwich Albion beat

Derby manager Brian Clough ponders the league cup draw the morning after his teams success at the baseball ground against Crystal Palace. Brian Clough in his office, smoking a cigarette

Doug Ellis seen here with members of Aston Villa celebrating in the dressing room at Villa Park after their two one victory over Manchester United in the second leg of the League Cup

Former West Bromwich Albion footballer Billy Elliott pictured at his desk, August 1957

Everton football players Roy Vernon and Jimmy Gabriel smoking cigars as they celebrate their earlier 2-0 triumph over Leeds United in the FA Cup fourth round replay match. 28th January 1964

Everton players return home after losing the 1968 FA Cup Final to West Bromwich Albion. Everton goalkeeper Gordon West wearing a hat given by a fan, smoking a cigar. 22nd May 1968

The Rolling Stones. Keith Richards and Charlie Watts seen here posing on Malibu beach. According to the photographers " The boys had some hamburgers and played football

1966 World Cup The England squad at their base in Hendon where they stayed throughout the tournament. Striker Jimmy Greaves (left) smokes a pipe while captain Bobby Moore has a nap. July 1966

1966 World Cup The England squad at their base in Hendon where they stayed throughout the tournament. Striker Jimmy Greaves (left) smokes a pipe while captain Bobby Moore has a nap. July 1966

Sport: Football: Derby manager Brian Clough ponders the league cup draw the morning after his teams success at the baseball ground against Crystal Palace

English League Division One match at Anfield. Liverpool 2 v Manchester United 0. United manager Matt Busby checks his watch as he sits with Frank O Farrell (left) and chairman Louis Edwards

Jimmy Greaves relaxes with a pipe after training at Roehampton. 4th May 1965

British comedian Freddie Starr is sending up "Superstars"
British comedian Freddie Starr is sending up " Superstars", the television sports programme, in his New Years Eve Show on BBC television

Manchester United footballer Bobby Charlton puts out a cigarette in the ash try as he sits at the bar with his brother Jack Charlton of Leeds United. Circa 1968

Practical joker Brian Clough makes his team mates laugh on trhe official Sunderland group photograph with a pipe in his mouth August 7th 1961 Watscan - - 02/07/2009

Malcolm Allison football manager 1976 sitting in armchair smoking large cigar

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"Capturing the Essence of Footballing: A Journey Through Time" Leeds United footballer Jack Charlton takes a moment to relax, cigarette in hand, during a training session - an iconic image that showcases the raw passion and dedication of footballers. In the stands, a father and son share an unforgettable experience as they cheer on their beloved team Leyton - a heartwarming reminder of the joy and unity that football brings to families. The Board of Directors at Liverpool FC in April 1964 stand united, ready to steer their club towards greatness - a historic snapshot highlighting the strategic minds behind one of England's most successful teams. Amidst towering cannons, fans erupt with cheers as their team triumphs on the field - capturing both the excitement and intensity that reverberates through stadiums worldwide. A litho print immortalizes a thrilling football match, freezing time to showcase every kick, tackle, and goal - reminding us why this beautiful game captivates millions around the globe. Le Vocabulaire Illustre presents engravings depicting different aspects of football; from children playing with balloons to international matches – showcasing how language transcends borders when it comes to our shared love for this sport. With vibrant colors bursting off the page, we witness a young boy guarding his team's goal with determination and pride - symbolizing dreams taking flight within each aspiring player. An engraving from 1730 transports us back in time to witness early forms of organized football played on London's Strand - offering glimpses into its rich history rooted deep within British culture. Another enchanting engraving captures players engaged in an intense match; showcasing not only physical prowess but also illustrating how this sport has evolved over centuries across various cultures worldwide. Half-time refreshments take an amusing twist as litho prints reveal boys munching on lemons during breaks - a testament to the unique rituals and traditions that have become synonymous with football.