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Football match; Erith and Belvedere Football Club versus Leytonstone Football Club
Football match; Erith and Belvedere Football Club versus Leytonstone Football Club. The teams come out onto the pitch.
1938
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Media ID 10985900
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Ball Crowd Footballers Players Spectator Stands Spectators Stadium Stands
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This print captures the intense atmosphere of a football match between Erith and Belvedere Football Club and Leytonstone Football Club in 1938. As the teams emerge onto the pitch, anticipation fills the air, setting the stage for an exhilarating game ahead. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to this image from the twentieth century, transporting us back to a bygone era between two world wars. The stands are filled with enthusiastic spectators eagerly awaiting kick-off, their faces reflecting both hope and excitement. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see players clad in traditional football attire ready to showcase their skills on the field. The ball lies at rest, symbolizing the calm before an impending storm of action. The stadium itself exudes history and character, its architecture standing as a testament to European sporting culture. Photographer John Topham masterfully captures not only the physical elements of this scene but also manages to convey emotions that transcend time. This photograph serves as a reminder of how sports can unite communities and provide respite during challenging times. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of Europeana photography, we are transported into an era where passion for football transcended borders and brought people together under one common love for the beautiful game.
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