1965 FROZEN IN TIME

LEIGH GRIFFITHS’ sensational free-kick double for Scotland against England last Saturday proved, yet again, that defensive walls are powerless to stop a well-struck dead ball.

That doesn’t stop goalies wanting them built, though and down through the years, many have thought the more men in the wall, the better.

Like this nine-man Manchester United wall (right) during their Inter-Cities Fairs Cup semi-final with Ferencvaros 52 years ago.

Matt Busby’s side had defeated the Hungarians 3-2 in the first leg at Old Trafford, with Scots Denis Law and David Herd (2) getting their goals.

When United went down 1-0 in the return, a play-off was required as the away goals rule had yet to be invented.

So 10 days later, United had to return to Budapest, where they lost 2-1.

United’s wall lines up. (From left) John Connelly, Shay Brennan, Nobby Stiles, Denis Law, Bobby Charlton, Bill Foulkes, Pat Crerand, David Herd and George Best. Pat Dunne is the keeper behind them, while Tony Dunne was the only outfield player not in...