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English League Division One match at The Valley. Charlton Athletic 5 v Sunderland 3
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English League Division One match at The Valley. Charlton Athletic 5 v Sunderland 3
English League Division One match at The Valley. Charlton Athletic 5 v Sunderland 3. Five South Africans are in the Charlton side for the 5-3 Valley mauling of a Sunderland team dubbed the Bank of England team after costing 150, 000 in transfer fees. Eddie Firmani, one of the star-finds of Jimmy Seeds Cape Town trawls, is pictured scoring the first of his two goals. Fellow Springbok Stuart Leary, Cyril Hammond and Frank Lock a" from the penalty spot after Leary had been brought down a" were also on target. 19th August 1953
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Capturing the spirit of an exhilarating English League Division One match at The Valley, this print showcases Charlton Athletic's impressive 5-3 victory over Sunderland. The game, held on August 19th, 1953, will forever be remembered as a defining moment in football history. What makes this match even more remarkable is the presence of five talented South African players in the Charlton side. Eddie Firmani, hailed as one of Jimmy Seeds' exceptional discoveries from Cape Town trawls, takes center stage in this image as he celebrates scoring the first of his two goals. Alongside him are fellow Springboks Stuart Leary and Cyril Hammond, who also found their mark on Sunderland's net during this unforgettable clash. Not to be outdone, Frank Lock confidently converts a penalty after Leary was brought down by the opposition. Sunderland had earned themselves the nickname 'Bank of England team' due to their hefty transfer fees totaling £150,000 – an astronomical sum for that era. However, it was Charlton Athletic who stole the spotlight that day with their relentless attacking prowess and skillful play. This photograph captures not only a thrilling moment in football but also serves as a testament to international talent and camaraderie within sport. A true gem from Memory Lane Prints that transports us back to an era where passion for football knew no bounds.
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