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Ron repeat: Tribute to Ronnie Radford, whose goal marks Year Zero for giantkillings

Ronnie Radford celebrates his wonder goal for Hereford against Newcastle as supporters invade the Edgar Street pitch. Alamy

From John Motson’s commentary to a parka-clad pitch invasion, Ronnie Radford’s strike for Hereford against Newcastle will live on as the ultimate FA Cup upset

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“I was tasked with marking Pelé”: The day Plymouth Argyle beat Brazil’s World Cup winners

Pelé acknowledges his fans as he boards the bus with wife Rosa. Alamy

Almost half a century ago, a touring Santos side met their match in a feisty friendly in front of a capacity crowd at Home Park

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Raising spirits: The surprise 1970 World Cup keepsake housing childhood memories

A football memento with a hidden secret received as a promotional gift serves as a reminder of family bonds and glimpses into the world of the press box

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All inclusive: Leagues providing safe spaces for trans and non-binary players

TRUK United line up with Dulwich Hamlet Women before their friendly in March. Alamy

The Alternative Football League and clubs such as Manchester Laces show demand is there but players still face huge hurdles to wider participation

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Hard watch: Rampant anti-football tactics leave League Two fans short changed

Rod McDonald goes down with cramp as Crewe Alexandra look to protect a 2-1 lead against Northampton Town. Getty Images

Battles of attrition and tedious timewasting in the lower leagues are increasingly a turn-off for supporters, whose entertainment is sacrificed for points

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