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Leyton Orient 1-1 Southampton, league match, Tuesday 25th April 1978
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Leyton Orient 1-1 Southampton, league match, Tuesday 25th April 1978
Leyton Orient 1-1 Southampton, league match, Tuesday 25th April 1978. Southamptons scorer Tony Funnell happily has a champagne shampoo from Manager Lawrie McMenemy after a 1-1 tie with Leyton Orient virtually assured Southamptons promotion to the First Dvision, it will be the first time in four years Southampton has sat at the top table, 25th April 1978
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
JS*7009335
Media ID 21636800
© Mirrorpix
Bottle Lawrie Mcmenemy Champagne Bottle
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In this iconic print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the thrilling league match between Leyton Orient and Southampton on Tuesday 25th April 1978. The scoreline reads 1-1, but it is the jubilant celebration that steals the spotlight. Tony Funnell, Southamptons' talented scorer, finds himself at the center of attention as Manager Lawrie McMenemy douses him in a champagne shampoo. The sheer joy and excitement captured in this moment perfectly encapsulate what this match meant for Southampton. With their promotion to the First Division virtually assured after this hard-fought tie with Leyton Orient, it marked a triumphant return for Southampton after four long years away from the top table of English football. As Funnell revels in his champagne shower, you can see his teammates cheering him on in the background. This image showcases not only the camaraderie among players but also highlights McMenemy's playful nature as he celebrates alongside his team. This photograph is a testament to both sport and fun coming together on that memorable day in April 1978. It serves as a reminder of how moments like these can bring people together and create lasting memories for fans and players alike. With its vintage charm and rich history, this print by Daily Mirror is sure to evoke nostalgia for football enthusiasts who appreciate both great sporting achievements and lighthearted celebrations.
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