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England football team at Roehampton training camp during the 1966 World Cup tournament
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England football team at Roehampton training camp during the 1966 World Cup tournament
England football team at Roehampton training camp during the 1966 World Cup tournament. A bespectacled Nobby Stiles tries his hand at batting during a game of cricket with Martin Peters as wicket keeper. 21st July 1966
Monte Fresco
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
W7080
Media ID 21725851
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In this print captured by Monte Fresco, we are transported back to the summer of 1966, amidst the exhilarating atmosphere of the World Cup tournament. The image showcases the England football team at their Roehampton training camp, taking a well-deserved break from their intense preparations for the upcoming matches. Amidst all the action and camaraderie, our attention is immediately drawn to Nobby Stiles, sporting his signature spectacles and displaying his versatility in sports. With a cricket bat in hand, he confidently steps up to face Martin Peters as wicket keeper. It's a delightful sight that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of friendly competition among teammates. The photograph captures not only a momentary diversion from football but also reflects on the strong bond shared by these athletes beyond their chosen sport. As they engage in this impromptu game of cricket under clear blue skies, one can almost feel their collective determination and passion for representing their nation on an international stage. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to an era when football was still evolving into what it is today – where players embraced different sports during downtime and formed lifelong friendships along the way. It serves as a reminder that even amidst high-stakes tournaments like the World Cup, there were moments of lightheartedness and unity within teams. Monte Fresco's exceptional talent behind this lens allows us to relive these cherished memories with clarity and nostalgia – reminding us why photographs hold such immense power in preserving
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