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Manchester Citys Mike Summerbee is escorted off the pitch after Manchester United fans invade the field in 1974
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Manchester Citys Mike Summerbee is escorted off the pitch after Manchester United fans invade the field in 1974
Football - 1973 / 1974 First Division - Manchester United 0 Manchester City 1
Citys Mike Summerbee is escorted off the Old Trafford pitch by referee D. Smith (referring his final game) after United fans invade the field following Denis Laws 82nd minute goal.
It was the first match in English football to be stopped after crowd disorder, but the league decided the result would stand. Other results that day meant United would have been relegated even if the match had been drawn
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In this iconic print captured by Colorsport Images, we witness a moment of chaos and controversy that unfolded on the football pitch in 1974. Manchester City's Mike Summerbee is seen being escorted off the field at Old Trafford after an invasion by fervent Manchester United fans. The match between these two fierce rivals had reached its climax when Denis Law scored a crucial goal in the 82nd minute. This encounter marked a significant milestone in English football history as it became the first game to be halted due to crowd disorder. However, despite the disruption caused by passionate supporters, the league made a bold decision - they allowed the result to stand. This ruling carried immense consequences for Manchester United, who were facing relegation regardless of whether or not they won or drew this particular match. The image captures both the intensity and unpredictability of football rivalries, showcasing how emotions can spill over from spectators onto players and officials alike. Referee D. Smith can be seen guiding Summerbee away from potential harm while simultaneously officiating his final game. Through this single snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how sports have an uncanny ability to ignite passion within individuals and communities alike – sometimes leading to unforgettable moments like this one on that fateful day at Old Trafford.
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