Liverpool v Athletic Bilbao

[SteH]

Here's some nostalgia for Marie.

In 1968-69 Liverpool and Athletic Bilbao played each other in the 1st round of thre Fairs Cup, the forerunner of the UEFA Cup. Both legs were 2-1 for the home side, meaning the tie had to be settled by the toss of a coin at Anfield, which Athletic won. The programme for the Anfield game describes Athletic as one of the oldest clubs in Spain packed with internationals, and thanks them for their hospitality in the 1st leg.

In 1983-4 the sides were paired in the 2nd round of the European Cup, in the days before seedings. Joe Fagan said in his programme notes that Athletic was the team Liverpool didnt want. A dull 0-0 draw at Anfield was followed by Liverpool soaking up Athletic pressure in the San Mames, before striking a killer blow in the 66th minute through an Ian Rush header. At the end of this game the Reds were applauded off the field by the home fans.

[marie]

Just now I do not have sufficient words to be grateful for this post to you. Thank you very much...

Originally Posted by SteH

Here's some nostalgia for Marie.

In 1968-69 Liverpool and Athletic Bilbao played each other in the 1st round of thre Fairs Cup, the forerunner of the UEFA Cup. Both legs were 2-1 for the home side, meaning the tie had to be settled by the toss of a coin at Anfield, which Athletic won. The programme for the Anfield game describes Athletic as one of the oldest clubs in Spain packed with internationals, and thanks them for their hospitality in the 1st leg.

In 1983-4 the sides were paired in the 2nd round of the European Cup, in the days before seedings. Joe Fagan said in his programme notes that Athletic was the team Liverpool didnt want. A dull 0-0 draw at Anfield was followed by Liverpool soaking up Athletic pressure in the San Mames, before striking a killer blow in the 66th minute through an Ian Rush header. At the end of this game the Reds were applauded off the field by the home fans.

[SteH]

Originally Posted by marie

Just now I do not have sufficient words to be grateful for this post to you. Thank you very much...

Thanks Marie, I have just noticed that the 1968 programme refers to "Atletico Bilbao" not Athletic. Did the name change to the English version between 1968 and 1984 or did Liverpool make a mistake.

[marie]

Originally Posted by SteH

Thanks Marie, I have just noticed that the 1968 programme refers to "Atletico Bilbao" not Athletic. Did the name change to the English version between 1968 and 1984 or did Liverpool make a mistake.

The real name is Athletic Club. Bilbao Athletico it´s the second team, in the second division. But in Spain, somes people, mistake it too.

Ste, I was at that game as well and I also have a proey to prove it! I think mine has the name of the scorers written on the front. I'll dig it out in the morning. Haven't a clue where it is until I ask the missus (fast asleep on the couch). I've got tons of 1960s programmes. They were in my Mum and Dad's house until 2005.

[marie]

Our little Melwood (Lezama). U can see Athletic Club.

[marie]

Originally Posted by scouserdave

Ste, I was at that game as well and I also have a proey to prove it! I think mine has the name of the scorers written on the front. I'll dig it out in the morning. Haven't a clue where it is until I ask the missus (fast asleep on the couch). I've got tons of 1960s programmes. They were in my Mum and Dad's house until 2005.

Do u know, people here hate Mikel Arteta... ggRRrr!!

[SteH]

Originally Posted by marie

Do u know, people here hate Mikel Arteta... ggRRrr!!

So does the Red half of Merseyside

[marie]

Originally Posted by SteH

So does the Red half of Merseyside

He is not hated for that he has left. They were for the forms. For example, we all would like that Xabi Alonso was in Bilbao, but they are satisfied of that he is in the Liverpool, for which it is better for his career. He has very much level to be in Bilbao. They all recognize it, and they all are glad about his current situation. Mikel Arteta, had a few bad forms here, that forget nobody.

Originally Posted by marie

Do u know, people here hate Mikel Arteta... ggRRrr!!

I don't hate him, I pity him playing for THAT team