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Denmark crush Norway 12-0 despite starting with 10 men
Denmark defeated Norway 12-0 in Copenhagen, starting the match with 10 players after defender Johannes Hansen was delayed by a pre-match haircut.
From prisoner of war to Manchester City hero - Bert Trautmann signs
Manchester City made one of the most controversial signings in English football history when they signed Bert Trautmann. A former German paratrooper and POW Trautmann’s arrival at Maine Road sparked anger and protests from sections of the public, with some supporters struggling to accept a German player representing an English club so soon after the conflict. He went on to make 545 appearances.
Hibernian shock Real Madrid as Jock Stein’s side win 2-0 at Easter Road
Hibernian produced a famous friendly victory by defeating Spanish champions Real Madrid 2-0 at Easter Road. Nineteen-year-old Peter Cormack scored the opening goal as Jock Stein’s side stunned one of Europe’s greatest teams.
Germany spoil Wembley farewell as Hamann scores historic final goal
The original Wembley Stadium hosted its final competitive international match - and it ended with one of football’s great pieces of symbolism. Germany defeating England 1-0, with Dietmar Hamann scoring the historic last goal at the famous venue. For England, the result was a bitter ending to 77 years of history in the famous stadium.
Bale’s stunning free-kick makes Welsh history despite Slovakia defeat
Gareth Bale became the youngest goalscorer in Wales senior men’s history when the 17-year-old curled home a magnificent free-kick against Slovakia in a Euro 2008 qualifier in Cardiff. Bale stepped up and curled a beautiful left-footed free-kick into the top-right corner to score the consolation in a 5-1 defeat.
Newcastle United enter a new era under PIF ownership
Newcastle United entered a new era as a Saudi Arabia-backed consortium completed its £300 million takeover of the club, ending Mike Ashley’s 14-year ownership. The deal saw the Public Investment Fund (PIF), alongside Amanda Staveley’s PCP Capital Partners and the Reuben brothers, take control of the Magpies.
Olivier Giroud swaps goals for gloves in unforgettable Milan moment
Olivier Giroud became AC Milan’s emergency goalkeeper, making crucial saves in a dramatic 1-0 victory over Genoa.