This Day in History: 2023-04-25

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VIOLENCE DOGS INTERCONTINENTAL CUP (1967)

International soccer relations hit a new low with five players sent off in an Intercontinental Cup match between European Cup winners Celtic and South American champions Racing Club of Argentina. In a torrid night at Hampden Park, Glasgow, on 18 October foul tackles flew and tempers flared in a volatile night that showed the seamier side of football. The Argentinians won 1-0 over two legs. The match had further ramifications as the competition became dogged by foul play throughout the late 1960s and indeed the reputation of the world club championship became so tarnished that by the 1970s same European teams refused to take part.

Celtic’s Jimmy Johnstone receives attention from trainer NeiI Mochan as Celtic players surround the referee during the ill-tempered game.