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Sunderland v Galatasaray football match at Roker Park, 13th September 1950
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Sunderland v Galatasaray football match at Roker Park, 13th September 1950
Sunderland v Galatasaray football match at Roker Park, 13th September 1950.
Galatasarays 18 year old goalkeeper Seren saves magnificently as an on rushing Davis aims to pick up the rebound. A hugely entertaining game saw The Black Cats triumph over their Turkish counterparts at Roker Park. Kirtley had given Sunderland a 9th minute lead and this was added to by Duns, before the Turks pulled a goal back through R Eken on the half hour. Dickie Davis restored Sunderlands 2 goal advantage just before half time.
Final score: Sunderland 3-1 Galatasaray
Kemsley
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Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21554094
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Capturing the Thrills - Sunderland Triumphs over Galatasaray in a Historic Clash
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. This print takes us back to the exhilarating football match between Sunderland and Galatasaray at Roker Park on September 13th, 1950. The image freezes a breathtaking moment when Galatasaray's young goalkeeper, Seren, pulls off a magnificent save as an onrushing Davis aims to capitalize on the rebound. The game itself was nothing short of enthralling, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination throughout. Sunderland took an early lead in the 9th minute thanks to Kirtley's goal, which was soon followed by Duns extending their advantage. However, Galatasaray fought back valiantly as R Eken found the net in the half-hour mark. Just before halftime, Dickie Davis restored Sunderlands' two-goal advantage with a well-executed strike that sent waves of excitement through the crowd. The atmosphere at Roker Park must have been electric as fans witnessed this memorable clash between English and Turkish giants. In the end, it was Sunderland who emerged victorious with a final scoreline of 3-1 against Galatasaray. This triumph marked another glorious chapter for "The Black Cats" etching their name into football history. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints from Kemsley's collection, this remarkable snapshot encapsulates not only sporting excellence but also captures an era when passion for football united communities across generations.
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