Trautmann's Journey

Trautmann's Journey From Hitler Youth to FA Cup Legend

Catrine Clay2011
Fifteen minutes from the end of the 1956 FA Cup Final, Bert Trautmann the goalkeeper for Manchester City fell mid-tackle. He continued to play on to the end of the game, ensuring Manchester City win the cup. An X-ray later revealed a broken neck. But there is more to this legend than a plucky goalkeeper.
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