Match Collection (page 5)

Australian Speedway Team, 1936 when they met England at the first official Speedway Test Match at Wembley on 28th May 1936. Final result was England 65 points and Australia 48 points

Eton and Harrow match at Lords
Spectators at a cricket match

Umpire at a Cricket Match, c. 1905
Illustration of a rather elderly figure umpiring a cricket match, which came with the following caption: Batsman (taking guard): What guard is that, umpire? Rustic Umpire: Yer can t better it, sur

Newcastle United vs. Barnsley, F. A. Cup Final, 1910
Illustration of the F.A. Cup Final between Newcastle United and Barnsley, with one of the Barnsley defenders (in dark shirts) chesting down the ball; Crystal Palace Football Ground, 23rd April 1910

R. A. Duff and V. Trumper of the Australia Team, 1902
Photograph showing R.A. Duff and Victor Trumper (on right) of the Australian Cricket Team, going out to bat at the start of the Australian second innings, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, July 1902

Sketches of Cricket in India, 1890
A series of sketches by an English Cavalry Officer of a game of cricket played between an Indian College and British Officers, in India, 1890

Neil Harvey batting in the Fourth Test Match, Headingley, 19
Photograph of (Robert) Neil Harvey, the Australian batsman, playing a shot in the Fourth Test Match between England and Australia, Headingley Cricket Ground, 1948

Victor Stiebel / Twenties
Design by Victor Stiebel (1907-1976) for an elegant evening or cocktail dress in royal blue with embellished assymetric hem and drop-waist. Shoes & jewellery match dress

Lady Jumps Fence
A lady and her horse jump a wall, proving that even riding side-saddle a woman can match a man

Cecilia Leitch in match against Harold Hilton, Walton Heath
Charlotte Cecilia Pitcairn Leitch (13 April 1891 ? 16 September 1977), often known as Cecil - British amateur golfer. She was born in Silloth, Cumberland, England

Golfer James Braid at the PGA on Romford Links
Black and white photo of golfer James Braid playing the seventeenth green at the Professional Golfers Association tournament on the Romford Links. Braid went on to win the match. 1902

England v Scotland football match, 1901
A header at the England versus Scotland Association Football match at the Crystal Palace, 1901. Date: 1901

Lawn tennis at Wimbledon 1877
Lawn tennis at Wimbledon - match for the inaugural Championship held in July 1877. 1877

Thames sailing barge match (engraving)
587747 Thames sailing barge match (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thames sailing barge match: topsail barges starting)

The Famous Battle Between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza, January 9th 1788, pub
3025368 The Famous Battle Between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza, January 9th 1788, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Southport v. Bradford. February 1931. McConnell of Southport shakes hands with Elwood of Bradford. DM17275B

Practice ahead of the rugby match between actresses and models sponsored by The Put Mustard On It committee held at the London Irish Club, Sunbury on Thames

Crystal Palace 3-3 Manchester United, FA Cup Final, Wembley Stadium, Saturday 12th May 1990, Mark Bright and Bryan Robson

Dundee United 1-2 Newcastle, Inter-Cities Fairs Cup 1st Round 1st Leg match held at Tannadice Park. Donald Mackay, Dundee Uniteds goalkeeper receives treatment from a trainer after a clash with Tommy

Elation for Howard Gayle as he runs away after his debut goal for Newcastle. Circa 1982

Aston Villa 1 - 2 Sheffield Wednesday First Division match held at Villa Park. 4th May 1987

Newcastle 3 - 0 Liverpool Premiership match held at St James Park. 21st November 1993

Cyrille Regis X1 line up for the camera, 16th May 1979. (from left) Back Row. Ian Benjamin (Sheffield United), Vernon Hodgson (Albion), Brendan Batson (Albion), Derek Richardson (QPR)

Tottenham Hotspur v West Bromwich Albion 23rd August 1952. Leslie Dicker (Spurs) gets the ball pass Norman Heath (WBA) goalkeeper during an attempt on goal

Stoke v BRISTOL CITY 13SEP19
stoke city football club - Stoke v BRISTOL CITY 13SEP19 SKYBET Championship game at the bet365 Stadium 2019 2019/20 - © phil greig 2019 - created by phil greig greigphoto.com for stokecityfc.com

James Cobbett, c1830s. Creator: Unknown
James Cobbett, c1830s. Portrait of English cricketer James Cobbett, (1804-1842), one of the best all round players of his time

Looking Towards The Pavilion From The Mound Stand At World-Famous Lord s, c1935. Spectators watching a match at Lords cricket ground in north London

American football match, Army v Navy, Yankee Stadium
American football match between Army and Navy teams at the Yankee Stadium, New York City, USA, 12 December 1931. 1931

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: hopping race Clapham
Colour plate: The hopping match on Clapham Common: Jackson the runner exhibiting his agility from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827

Old Japanese Matchbox label with a sailing boat made by Meikousha in Hiogo (Hyogo) in Japan for the Swedish market Date: c. 1910s

Arsenal & Newcastle. Bateup ready to save for the Arsenal
Slide showing a photograph from a football match with the words: Arsenal & Newcastle. Bateup ready to save for the Arsenal. Edwin (Teddy) Bateup (16 May 1881 29 April 1939). Part of Box 366

Cricket at Hastings
A view of the Hastings Cricket Ground, with Hastings Castle on the horizon. Sussex, batting, are hosting Kent. Sussex were in with a chance of catching Yorkshire as the County Championship drew to a

A grand cricket match at Brighton
A grand cricket match was being hosted at brightons cricket ground, lot of spectators gathered to watch. Date: 1844

Football after dark: a match on the first association ground
Playing with a specially made white chrome ball, lit by powerful electric lamps on thirty masts: ladies football teams on the Burnley cricket club ground during a match

LIVERPOOL v Stoke 27DEC16 Anfield
LIVERPOOL v Stoke 27DEC16 - Premier League game at Anfield 27th December 2016 - final score 4-1 win to Liverpool Stoke goal Scored by Jon Walters © phil greig 2016 - created by phil greig

SCOTLAND: CURLING, 1854. Curling Match in Invernytie Loch, Near Perth, Scotland. Wood engraving, English, 1854

SOCCER: CUP WINNERS CUP. Scottish soccer player Willie Johnston of the Rangers FC scores a goal against the Moscow Dynamo as teammate Alex MacDonald looks on, during the Cup Winners Cup, 24 May 1972

COOPER AND ALI, 1966. British boxer Henry Cooper (left) and Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay) during the sixth round of a heavyweight title fight in London, England, 1966

Blackheath v Rosslyn Park rugby match
A throw in at the first match of the Blackheath teams Jubilee year, against Rosslyn Park (in light and dark stripes), a north London team

Playing croquet
Four men playing croquet Date: c. 1940s

A Ladies Archery Match in Regents Park
A lady prepares her bow and arrow at an archery match in the Royal Toxophilite Societys Grounds in Regents Park, London

Derby County vs. Bury F. A. Cup Final, 1903
Illustration of a Derby County defender heading the ball clear, as Bury attack during the F.A. Cup Final, 18th April 1903

Eden at Polo Match 1936
SIR ANTHONY EDEN (far left), with Lady Eden and Lord and Lady Willingdon, watching the USA vs England polo match at Hurlingham. He was later Prime Minister 1955 -1957. Date: 1936

Kentish Cricket Match
Cricket on the Village Green, at Bearstead, Kent, a popular event on a summers day. Date: 1950s

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The International Football Match

Water Polo Match at the Crown Baths, Kennington Oval, Uk, 1890 Engraving

Surrey versus the Australians at the Oval. 8 May 1926

New Zealand - Bowling Green at Te Aroha, opened in 1903 Date: circa 1908

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"From the prestigious Tennis Championships at Wimbledon to the intense wrestling match at the 1972 Olympics in Munich, matches have always captivated us with their display of skill and determination. Even as far back as 1912, Scottish curling showcased a thrilling match on ice that left spectators in awe. The Triumph Renown motor car advertisement reminds us that even machines can engage in a fierce match for speed and elegance. But matches aren't limited to sports alone; nature also presents its own unique battles. Who would have thought that a simple dandelion could find itself amidst the grandeur of Centre Court? And let's not forget about the incredible strength displayed by Shire horse teams during ploughing matches, where they tirelessly compete against each other. Matches have been etched into history, like the legendary Nottingham Forest vs. Derby County F. A. Cup Final of 1898, forever remembered for its intensity and unforgettable moments. Speaking of historic sporting events, England's victorious soccer match in 1966 still echoes through time as an emblematic moment for football enthusiasts worldwide. Traveling further back in time takes us to Hambledon in 1777 when cricket was just beginning to take shape as we know it today – a true testament to how matches have evolved over centuries. From traditional pub dart matches bringing friends together over friendly competition to Englands Glory Matches igniting excitement across towns with their fiery flames. And finally, rugby at Murrayfield stadium serves as a reminder that matches are not only about individual prowess but also teamwork and camaraderie on display before thousands of passionate fans. " In all these diverse settings and contexts, one thing remains constant: whether it be on grass courts or icy arenas, between humans or horses - every match is an opportunity for greatness and leaves an indelible mark on our collective memory.