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Bolton Wanderers v West Ham FA Cup Final 1923. Bolton centre half Jimmy Seddon appealing
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Bolton Wanderers v West Ham FA Cup Final 1923. Bolton centre half Jimmy Seddon appealing
Bolton Wanderers v West Ham FA Cup Final 1923. Bolton centre half Jimmy Seddon appealing for a foul during the match. Goals scored by David Jack two minutes after the start of the match and a second half goal by Jack Smit gave Bolton a two nil victory over the Hammers. The final was preceded by chaotic scenes as vast crowds surged into the stadium, far exceeding its official capacity of approximately 125, 000. Its believed a crowd estimated up to 300, 000 gained entrance resulting in the terraces overflowing and spectators surging onto the pitch. Mounted policemen, including one on a white horse, had to clear the crowds from the pitch to allow the match to take place. The game began 45 minutes late as crowds stood on the touchline. This first FA Cup final at Wembley is often referred to as the " White Horse Final"
28th April 1923
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Kemsley
Mirrorpix
Wembley
Greater London
England
Media ID 21584086
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Step back in time to the historic FA Cup Final of 1923, captured in this photo print. The image showcases the intense clash between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham, with Bolton's centre half Jimmy Seddon passionately appealing for a foul during the match. This iconic final will forever be remembered as the 'White Horse Final', not only for its thrilling football action but also for the chaotic scenes that unfolded before kickoff. As an estimated crowd of up to 300,000 fans flooded into Wembley Stadium, far exceeding its official capacity, chaos ensued. Spectators spilled onto the pitch and mounted policemen on their majestic horses had to intervene to restore order. Despite these extraordinary circumstances, once the game finally commenced after a 45-minute delay caused by overcrowding at touchlines, it was Bolton who emerged victorious. David Jack set off fireworks just two minutes into the match by scoring a goal followed by another strike from Jack Smit in the second half. With a resounding 2-0 win over West Ham, Bolton etched their name into football history. This remarkable photograph encapsulates both the electrifying atmosphere of grandstand flags waving proudly and passionate crowds cheering on their teams amidst unprecedented chaos. It serves as a timeless reminder of one of English football's most legendary encounters - an unforgettable moment frozen in time.
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