- Sep 17, 2007
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Today marks the 30th anniversary of the signings of Ardiles and Villa. Signings which amazed and excited the whole of English football. Not only were the signings very brave, but they were an absolute major success and set the catalyst for many other foreign stars to grace our leagues.
I was a 10 year old lad and remember the annoucement like it was yesterday. I have such fond memories of them both and have listed my top 5 below
1. Villa's debut goal v Forest
2. Ardiles extra time goal in FA Cup v Man Utd at Old Trafford when Hoddle went in goal
3. The obvious Ricky Villa's winner v Man City 1981 FA Cup final
4. Seeing Maradona at Ardiles testimonial
5. Ardiles intelligence and integrity to overcome the abuse he suffered after the Falklands war.
I was a 10 year old lad and remember the annoucement like it was yesterday. I have such fond memories of them both and have listed my top 5 below
1. Villa's debut goal v Forest
2. Ardiles extra time goal in FA Cup v Man Utd at Old Trafford when Hoddle went in goal
3. The obvious Ricky Villa's winner v Man City 1981 FA Cup final
4. Seeing Maradona at Ardiles testimonial
5. Ardiles intelligence and integrity to overcome the abuse he suffered after the Falklands war.