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Bill Shankly watched a game of Street football from a flat above Eldon Grove off
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Bill Shankly watched a game of Street football from a flat above Eldon Grove off
Bill Shankly watched a game of Street football from a flat above Eldon Grove off Liverpools Scotland Road in the dock area Bill travelled down to watch the kids play on a dull drizzly night and after the Dockside kids had beaten a team from Everton 7-1 Bill had a cup of tea with them all after the game He commented its not like Cologne or Brussels but then theres no place like Eldon Grove
Charley Owens
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
WA*1016081
Media ID 21583919
© Mirrorpix
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1960s in Liverpool's dock area. The legendary Bill Shankly, renowned football manager of Liverpool FC, is seen observing a thrilling game of street football from a flat above Eldon Grove off Scotland Road. Despite the dull and drizzly night, Shankly made his way down to witness the raw talent of these young players. After an impressive victory by the Dockside kids over a team from Everton with a scoreline of 7-1, Shankly graciously joined them for a cup of tea. As they gathered around him, he couldn't help but remark that it may not be as glamorous as Cologne or Brussels, but there was truly no place like Eldon Grove. This snapshot captures more than just a moment in time; it encapsulates the essence of community and passion for football that ran deep within Liverpool during this era. It showcases how even one of the greatest managers in history took time out to appreciate and connect with aspiring young talents on their own turf. Charley Owens' expert lens beautifully portrays both the simplicity and significance found within this scene – children engrossed in their beloved sport while sharing precious moments with an icon who genuinely cared about nurturing their dreams.
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