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This Week in the Public Domain: The Lion of Wembley

Published: 1st Mar 12 9:22 pm
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by Eric Imhof
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This Week in the Public Domain: The Lion of Wembley
Miguel Rugilo - Public Domain

On May 9, 1951, Argentina played against England at Wembley.  Although Argentina lost 2-1, journalists praised their goalkeeper, Miguel Ángel Rugilo, nicknaming him “El León de Wembley” (“The Lion of Wembley”). He would be called that for the rest of his life (he died in 1993, sadly).

You have to respect the stance, the un-gloved hands, and the moustache. In case you were wondering what Stalin (or your uncle you see once a year, maybe, at reunions) would look like playing soccer, your prayers have been answered.

If you can read Spanish, check out this piece in Revista El Gráfico for more info.

If you don’t speak Spanish, just check out his Wikipedia page.

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