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Bayern Munich players are attacked by an angry Swan before the 1967 Cup Winners Cup semi-final +
Football - Bayern Munich - 1966 / 1967 Season
Bayenr Munich Goalkeeper Sepp Maier (left) teases a Swann, as team mate Werner Olk watches on. In a park in Liege prior to their European Cup Winners Cup Semi-final second leg
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In this print captured by Imago, we are transported back to the intense moments before the 1967 Cup Winners Cup semi-final. The image showcases a remarkable encounter between Bayern Munich players and an unexpected adversary - an angry swan. Bayern Munich goalkeeper Sepp Maier takes center stage in this extraordinary scene as he fearlessly teases the feathered creature, while his teammate Werner Olk stands nearby, observing with amusement and curiosity. The setting is a serene park in Liege, Belgium, where tensions run high ahead of their crucial European Cup Winners Cup Semi-final second leg. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates the unpredictability that can unfold within the world of football. Amidst their preparations for one of the most significant matches of their careers, these skilled athletes find themselves facing an entirely different challenge altogether – a fierce swan defending its territory. The juxtaposition between strength and vulnerability is evident as these renowned footballers momentarily divert their attention from tactical discussions to engage with nature's fury. It serves as a reminder that even those at the pinnacle of sporting achievement are not immune to life's unexpected twists and turns. Imago's exceptional photography allows us to witness this unique moment frozen in time – capturing both the determination etched on each player's face and the undeniable charm found within such an unusual encounter. This photograph truly embodies both passion for sport and appreciation for life's delightful surprises.
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