This Day in History: 2023-08-09
Nr. 495
HEREFORD AND RADFORD BOOT OUT NEWCASTLE (1972)
A 40-yard rocket-shot stunned English football as the boot of forward Ronnie Radford propelled mighty Newcastle United out of the FA Cup at the hands of nonleague side Hereford United. In a giant-killing feat not achieved since Yeovil’s 2-1 win over Sunderland in 1949, Hereford qualified for the fifth round of the Cup with a 2-1 win courtesy of Radford’s high-velocity drive – just four minutes from time – after a determined run from the half-way line. Hereford had previously earned this 5 February home replay with a 2-2 draw against a Newcastle side packed with star players and internationals.
Hereford United players, including Ronnie Radford, top left, celebrate their giantkilling exploits with a drink or two in the dressing room.
