Reds in the burgh – Liverpool Fans in Edinburgh

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1. Alan Binns Says:
   April 25th, 2007 at 10:45

   I was only 5 years old and out in the street looking for pals to play with on the famous day in 1966. I didnt know why everyone was inside and watching football on the old black and white telly we had. Then suddenly in the late afternoon/early evening everything went mad and my brother explained to me what had happened. [I wish I had appreciated it!!}
   I was swiftly introduced to football and a game thus ensued in our back yard.
   Within 3 days I had chosen a favourite team which was Everton because I had been taken by the applaudits of the performance of Alan Ball who was my choice of favourite player.
   I followed Alan's career with interest and actually met him at The Shay [Halifax Town when he turned up there to meet his dad [also Alan Ball] who was the Manager of Halifax. Alan signed me an autograph very kindly 6 times! [I was only about 7 years old] and it left an impression as he was my hero and so very kind.
   I watched him in later years when I lived in Blackpool for a few years and he had returned there as Player/ manager. He was about 3 moves ahead of every other player in football thinking and moves and despite his age, his peers and team mates couldnt keep up with him.
   I cried the odd tear on hearing of his loss today and feel its such a waste at a fairly young age. He had lots more to offer life.
   Sleep well Alan.
   Alan

2. JC Says:
   April 25th, 2007 at 10:59

   Thank you for your comments, I enjoyed reading them and I’m sure the other members of the Reds In The Burgh will.
   Jamie

3. Alan binns on Alan ball - our first real comment on RITB! at Reds In The Burgh Says:
   April 30th, 2007 at 11:01

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