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Manchester City v Fenerbahce, 1st Leg European Cup match at Maine Road, September 1968
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Manchester City v Fenerbahce, 1st Leg European Cup match at Maine Road, September 1968
Manchester City v Fenerbahce, 1st Leg European Cup match at Maine Road, September 1968.
Final score:
Manchester City 0-0 Fenerbahce
Man City lost and were knocked out 2-1 on aggregate.
Pictured: Fenerbahce keeper Simsek Yavuz who saved from Manchester City player Neil Young
Charlie Owens
Daily Mirror
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Manchester
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European Cup Manchester City Fenerbahce
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This print takes us back to the intense atmosphere of the Manchester City v Fenerbahce, 1st Leg European Cup match at Maine Road in September 1968. The image freezes a crucial moment that left football fans on the edge of their seats. The final score reads Manchester City 0-0 Fenerbahce, but this snapshot tells a story beyond mere numbers. It captures the determination and skill displayed by both teams as they fought relentlessly for victory. However, fate had other plans for Manchester City that day. In this frame, we witness Fenerbahce keeper Simsek Yavuz emerging as an unsung hero. His agile reflexes are evident as he spectacularly saves a powerful shot from Manchester City player Neil Young. This pivotal save denied Man City a much-needed goal and altered the course of the game. Ultimately, despite their valiant efforts throughout both legs, Manchester City fell short and were knocked out with an aggregate scoreline of 2-1 in favor of Fenerbahce. Nevertheless, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of football and how one single moment can shape destiny. Charlie Owens has expertly captured this iconic sporting event from the 1960s with his lens, allowing us to relive history through his remarkable photography skills.
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