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FA Cup winners - Cardiff City, 1927
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FA Cup winners - Cardiff City, 1927
FA Cup winners in 1927, Cardiff City. Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, c. 1930. Date: 1927
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Association Cardiff Football Players Soccer Teams Winners Winning 1927
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This photograph captures the jubilant moment when Cardiff City Football Club lifted the FA Cup in 1927, marking their first and only win in the prestigious English football competition to date. The team, dressed in their iconic blue shirts and white shorts, proudly display the coveted trophy, their faces etched with a mix of elation, relief, and disbelief. The image is taken from a vintage Association Football Players Cigarette Card Set, produced around 1930. These collectible cards were a popular way for football fans to connect with their heroes during the interwar period. The cards often featured action shots, team line-ups, and portraits of players, making them an invaluable source of historical football imagery. Cardiff City's FA Cup victory came in a thrilling final against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, necessitating a replay which Cardiff won 2-0, with goals from Billy Hardy and Fred Keenor. The team's triumph was a remarkable achievement, considering they were a relatively small club from South Wales at the time, competing against the giants of English football. This photograph is a testament to the passion, determination, and team spirit that defined Cardiff City during their FA Cup-winning campaign. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and tradition of English football, which continues to captivate fans around the world.
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