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Jimmy Greaves Football Player July 1966 World Cup 1966 Jimmy relaxes in a
Jimmy Greaves Football Player July 1966
World Cup 1966
Jimmy relaxes in a bath with his bandaged leg rested up on a chair at the England team headquarters at Roehampton. Jimmy had to have three stitches in a gash on his leg after he was stud tackled in the England v France game in the World Cup group matches at Wembley Stadium
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London
Greater London
England
WA*1955437
Media ID 21581868
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In this print from July 1966, we catch a glimpse of the legendary football player Jimmy Greaves during his time at the World Cup. As he relaxes in a soothing bath, his bandaged leg is gently rested on a nearby chair at the England team headquarters in Roehampton. This serene moment captures both the physical toll and unwavering determination that defined Greaves' career. Just days before this snapshot was taken, Greaves suffered a gash on his leg after being brutally tackled during an intense match against France at Wembley Stadium. The injury required three stitches, yet it did not deter him from continuing to fight for victory on behalf of his country. Dressed in sportswear emblematic of the era, Greaves exudes both strength and vulnerability as he recuperates. His focused expression hints at the competitive fire burning within him, even while taking respite from the demanding world of professional football. This image transports us back to an iconic period in sports history - the swinging sixties - when FIFA's World Cup captured hearts around the globe. It serves as a reminder that behind every triumph lies countless sacrifices made by dedicated athletes like Jimmy Greaves. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints and brought to life once again, this photograph encapsulates not only an extraordinary moment but also pays homage to one man's indomitable spirit and love for "the beautiful game. "
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