The Guardian
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24 Oct 2026
Why Stanley Matthews’ Ballon d’Or triumph echoes down the years for Harry Kane | Jonathan Wilson
In 1956, the Blackpool great was recognised for his force of individual will, the very thing that makes the Bayern and England striker the standout candiateSystems football began in 1963 – on the hallowed turf of Wembley – with the impact of a cynical foul by Gino Pivatelli.At that moment in the …
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