Watching the BBC's DVD of the 1966 World Cup final last night (it's only a few weeks till this year's tournament after all), I noticed a few differences in the beautiful game back then compared to now:
- generally played at a slower pace
- tackles appeared less severe, though,
- taking out the goalie seemed more acceptable
- no advertising hoardings
- no black players on the pitch
- less sophisticated commentary/analysis
- film of the Duke of Edinburgh having a ciggie
- free kicks taken more quickly
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An eclectic range of observations reflecting the multi faceted aspects of our existence ... race ... drugs ... consumerism ... and quick free kick taking. love it.
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