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Gary Lineker is substituted in what would prove to be his final game for England
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Gary Lineker is substituted in what would prove to be his final game for England
Football - 1992 UEFA European Championship - Group One: Sweden 2 England 1
England captain Gary Lineker (#10) is substituted by manager Graham Taylor, centre, for Alan Smith in the 62nd minute of the game in the Rasunda Stadium, Solna, Sweden.
It would to be Linekers last international appearance. He had scored 48 international goals, one behind Bobby Charltons national record
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In this poignant print captured by Colorsport Images, we witness a significant moment in football history. The image showcases the legendary England captain, Gary Lineker (#10), being substituted by manager Graham Taylor during the 1992 UEFA European Championship Group One match against Sweden. This substitution would ultimately mark Lineker's final appearance for his national team. Taken at Rasunda Stadium in Solna, Sweden, the photograph encapsulates both the emotions and significance of this event. As Lineker walks off the field, there is a sense of nostalgia and admiration surrounding him. With an impressive tally of 48 international goals to his name, he was just one goal shy of surpassing Bobby Charlton's esteemed national record. The composition beautifully captures Lineker's departure from the game as he hands over his responsibilities to Alan Smith in the 62nd minute. The presence of manager Graham Taylor at center stage signifies not only a tactical decision but also serves as a symbolic passing of the torch from one generation to another. This snapshot freezes a defining moment in English football history—a farewell that evokes mixed feelings among fans worldwide. It immortalizes Gary Lineker's remarkable career and highlights his immense contribution to England's success on an international level.
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