1957 FA Cup Final vs Aston Villa
McParland's two goals deny the Busby Babes the Double after Ray Wood's injury.
The 1957 FA Cup final was played on 4 May 1957 at Wembley Stadium between Aston Villa and Manchester United. Villa won 2–1, both of their goals scored by Peter McParland; Tommy Taylor scored for United. It was Villa's first major trophy for 37 years and denied Matt Busby's league champions the Double.
Quick Facts
- Date
- 4 May 1957
- Venue
- Wembley Stadium, London
- Score
- Aston Villa 2–1 Manchester United
- Scorers
- McParland 68', 73'; Taylor 83'
- Attendance
- 99,225
- Referee
- Frank Coultas
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Background
The final was marred by a collision after six minutes between McParland and United goalkeeper Ray Wood, which left Wood unconscious with a broken cheekbone. Jackie Blanchflower took over in goal, and Wood later returned as a virtual passenger in an outfield position. McParland scored in the 68th and 73rd minutes and Taylor in the 83rd, in front of 99,225.
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