Mike Metcalf’s grandson Daniel is working on an interesting documentary about a charity match played at South Liverpool’s ground in 1967. If you think you can help then please get in contact with him and check out his website http://www.metcalfvspuskas.com.
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I’m Daniel Metcalf, grandson of Chester FC legend Mike Metcalf, and I’m excited to share with you a project that’s very close to my heart. First, I’d like to thank Chas Sumner for allowing me to share this announcement on his blog and for his invaluable assistance in the pre-production of my upcoming documentary.
The Documentary
I’m directing a documentary called “Metcalf vs Puskás: The Forgotten Game,” which explores a remarkable yet little-known charity football match from 1967. This film will chronicle how some of Britain’s biggest footballing stars, including my grandfather Mike Metcalf, took on a Ferenc Puskás International XI for charity.
Our production aims to uncover a forgotten piece of football history that’s particularly significant to Chester FC fans. We’ll not only reconstruct the charity match but also delve into my grandfather’s broader career – from his beginnings as an adopted child to his successful stints at Wrexham and, of course, his prolific time at Chester FC.
I’m grateful that the club has granted us access to their archival material and permission to film at the stadium. This support will be crucial in faithfully representing Chester FC’s heritage in our documentary.
Call for Contributions
We’re actively seeking contributions from the Chester FC community. If you or someone you know fits any of these categories, we’d love to hear from you:
- Family members/relatives of players involved in the Puskás charity match
- Spectators from the 1967 game
- Anyone with materials/memorabilia relating to the game
- Former teammates of Mike Metcalf with stories to share
- Football historians knowledgeable about Chester FC in the 1960s
How to Get Involved
If you have information, stories, or memorabilia to share, or if you’re interested in supporting this project, please don’t hesitate to reach out:
- Email: contact@metcalfvspuskas.com
- Mobile: 07930 594279
- Website: www.metcalfvspuskas.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/MetcalfVsPuskas
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