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Classic Programme #13: England vs. Rest of the World

It's often said that England considers itself special in the world of football, as the founders of the organised game. For once, on October 23rd 1963, this attitude was actually appropriate, as England celebrated the centenary of the Football Association (the world's first, of course) by taking on a team organised by FIFA representing the rest of the world.

Read the full article at Pitch Invasion.

Pitch Invasion @ Jan 21, 2010 5:40 PM EDT | Blog Profile

England History Wembley football association crowd Lev Yashin Bobby Charlton Alfredo Di Stefano Denis Law Bobby Moore Gordon Banks world of football Jimmy Greaves england team Rest of the World

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