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Norma Charlton, wife of Manchester United ace Bobby Charlton
Norma Charlton, wife of Manchester United ace Bobby Charlton, catches the Manchester United Club Train at Manchester Piccadilly station, with minutes to spare, yet with a wave to the fans and supporters.
The team are on their way to London and Wembley Stadium to compete in the 1968 European Cup final against Benfica of Portugal. Manchester United famously won the match 4 -1.
Bobby Charlton scored 2 of Manchester Uniteds 4 goals.
George Best and Brian Kidd scored the other two.
Picture taken 28th May 1968
Manchester Evening News Archive
Mirrorpix
Manchester
Greater Manchester
England
B/W Print
Media ID 21862315
© Mirrorpix
Door Hope Rolling Stock Stripes Train Wave 1968 Hopeful
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of 1968 as Norma Charlton, wife of Manchester United legend Bobby Charlton, catches the Manchester United Club Train at Manchester Piccadilly station. With minutes to spare before their journey to London and Wembley Stadium for the European Cup final against Benfica, Norma takes a moment to wave enthusiastically at the fans and supporters gathered around. The anticipation is palpable as the team sets off on this historic journey. Little do they know that they are about to etch their names into footballing history by famously winning the match with an impressive scoreline of 4-1. Bobby Charlton himself contributes two goals while George Best and Brian Kidd add one each. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, it's impossible not to be captivated by Norma's fashion sense and her radiant smile that reflects both hope and happiness. The iconic stripes adorning her outfit perfectly complement the excitement in her eyes. This image serves as a reminder of a glorious era in British football when dreams were realized through sheer determination and teamwork. It encapsulates not only a pivotal moment for Manchester United but also represents an entire nation united behind their beloved club. Let us cherish this remarkable photograph that captures both sporting triumphs and timeless style, forever preserving the memory of those who made history on that fateful day - May 28th, 1968.
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