First half of FA Cup Final soccer match in London

The 1951 Cup final at Wembley features Blackpool and Newcastle United. Newcastle, in their magpie colors, have a history of success at Wembley, while Blackpool seeks their first win. The royal family attends, and the match kicks off with Blackpool's aggressive strategy. Key players like Matthews and Milburn make significant plays, but Newcastle's defense holds strong. Despite several attempts, the match remains intense with no decisive goals, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.

Who took their place in the royal box during the 1951 Cup final?

• The Prime Minister

• The King, Queen, and Princess Margaret

• The Duke of Edinburgh

• The Mayor of London

What was Blackpool's initial strategy in the match?

• To spearhead through Matthews

• To focus on long passes

• To rely on their goalkeeper

• To play defensively

Which player was brought down just outside the penalty area?

• Mortensen

• Milburn

• Brennan

• Matthews

What was the outcome of Milburn's attempt for Newcastle?

• It was ruled offside

• He missed the goal

• He scored a goal

• The ball was saved by the goalkeeper

How did Newcastle manage to prevent a goal from Mortensen's header?

• The goalkeeper saved it

• The ball hit the post

• Cole headed it off the line

• It went over the crossbar