WIN! Blu-ray copies of fantastic new Nottingham Forest film up for grabs
and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565
This eye-opening film tells the incredible, little-known tale of three Nottingham Forest football players, Viv Anderson, Garry Birtles and Eastwood’s own Tony Woodcock who triumphed over adversity – during a time of major political and social upheaval and cultural change in the UK – to win the European Cup in 1979 and 1980, under legendary football manager Brian Clough.
The talented players defied the odds to rise to the top of professional football to become true sporting legends... Anderson made history as the first black footballer to play for England, he went on to have many wins, both on and off the pitch, he was awarded an MBE in 2000 and was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 2004. Birtles, who started his career as a carpet fitter, went on to play for England and Manchester United and Woodcock’s career saw him play for Arsenal and German side Cologne. This rousing documentary offers a window into British modern history through the eyes and stories of these unlikely heroes.
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Hide AdSharing their fascinating journey, the trio recount their rise to fame and the obstacles they faced along the way, and how, during a time of economic difficulty, they persevered and prevailed. Local Heroes explores football's political and cultural transformation over the years and draws parallels between life as a footballer in the 1970s to life in the footballing world now.
To stand a chance of winning one of the five copies we have to give away, just answer this simple question?
Which international side did all three players represent?
Email your answer, along with your name and address to [email protected] with Forest competition in the subject title, to arrive before the competition closing date of noon on Friday, June 16.
Normal competition rules apply, found on our website. The Editor’s decision is final. The prize is supplied by the promoter. Entry into the competition implies consent to share your details with Miracle Media, who will send out the prizes.
Local Heroes is out now on DVD and digital.