Home > Coventry City Football Club > History > 1990s > Action from 90s
Noel Whelan vs Gareth Southgate: The Epic Battle for the Ball (Coventry City vs Aston Villa, 90s)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Coventry City Football Club
Noel Whelan vs Gareth Southgate: The Epic Battle for the Ball (Coventry City vs Aston Villa, 90s)
Noel Whelan, takes the ball away from Gareth Southgate
Coventry City FC are a professional football club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England
Media ID 5768507
© EMPICS Sport
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the heart of the 1990s, two English football giants clashed in a fiery encounter at the Highfield Road stadium, home of Coventry City Football Club. The opposing teams were none other than Coventry City and Aston Villa, each boasting a roster of talented players ready to leave it all on the pitch. Among them were Noel Whelan and Gareth Southgate, two rising stars of English football. The scene captured in this iconic photograph by Barry Coombs encapsulates the intensity and passion of this epic battle for the ball. With both players fully committed, Noel Whelan, in the Coventry City shirt, lunges forward with determination to dispossess Gareth Southgate of Aston Villa. Southgate, equally resolute, digs in his heels and tries to shield the ball from Whelan's grasp. This moment in time represents the height of competition between the two teams and their star players. The 90s was an era of action-packed football, with the Premier League just around the corner, and this photograph perfectly encapsulates the energy and excitement of the time. Noel Whelan, a prolific striker, had already made a name for himself with Leeds United before joining Coventry City in 1993. Southgate, on the other hand, was a versatile defender and midfielder who would go on to become an England international and the Three Lions' manager. The outcome of this particular clash remains unknown, but the photograph stands as a testament to the fierce rivalry between these two teams and the unforgettable moments of the 1990s in English football. This image continues to resonate with fans of both clubs, serving as a reminder of the passion and intensity that drives the beautiful game.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.