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Jimmy Greaves scores for England against Italy at 1961 +
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Jimmy Greaves scores for England against Italy at 1961 +
Football - 1960 / 1961 International Friendly - Italy 2 England 3
The Italian Goalkeeper cannot stop Jimmy Greaves of England scoring at the Stadio Olimpico, Rome
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Sport Archival Archive Bamp W Chronicle Mews Mono Chrome Negative The Sixties
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In this photo print, we are transported back to a historic moment in football history. The year is 1961, and the setting is the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. As the crowd holds its breath, Jimmy Greaves of England skillfully evades his opponents and takes aim at the Italian goal. With precision and determination, he sends the ball soaring past the outstretched arms of the Italian goalkeeper. This image captures not only a remarkable sporting achievement but also serves as a visual chronicle of an era long gone by. The monochrome tones lend an air of nostalgia to this archival gem from Colorsport Images. It transports us back to a time when football was played with passion and flair on pitches devoid of modern technology. The photograph's negative format adds depth to its historical significance, reminding us that it hails from an age before digital photography took over our screens. Its timeless quality allows us to appreciate both the artistry behind capturing such moments as well as relish in their enduring appeal. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we cannot help but feel connected to those who witnessed this thrilling encounter firsthand. This print encapsulates not just a single match between Italy and England but represents an entire decade -the swinging sixties- where sport became intertwined with cultural shifts around the world. Let TopFoto's archival masterpiece transport you back through time; let it evoke memories of old while celebrating one man's triumph on that fateful day in Rome
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