"), "It was wonderful, great times, great fans. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Editors' Code of Practice. [22] Having lost just two league games between August and February, Ipswich's form had started to dip as a result of fixture congestion with them still playing in three competitions. And that's what happened to me. Mariner put Ipswich ahead, but Tony Powell's first goal in two years drew the scores level. Thierry Meyer[fr] scored a late consolation goal for the French club but the game ended 32 to AZ, and the Dutch team qualified for their first European cup final. We were four goals up. at the best online prices at eBay! After a three-month break, Ipswich faced the French team AS Saint-tiennein the quarter-finals in March 1981, the first leg being held in the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard. Our photo gallery shows excited fans celebrating in Ipswich after ITFC brought the Cup home. [48] It was Wark's 13th goal of the European campaign and which ensured that he had scored in every round of the competition. [59] Thijssen scored four minutes into the second leg, giving Ipswich a 40 aggregate lead, but Austrian striker Kurt Welzl pulled one back for AZ minutes later. The AZ coaches had also watched us a few times. [28] In the third round, against local rivals Norwich City, another Osman goal ensured a 11 draw at Portman Road. Bahasa - Indonesia; Chinese (simplified) Deutsch; English - Australia; English - Canada; English - Ghana - Credit: Archant"), First round: Aris Salonika (Greece), 5-1 (h) 1-3 (a). Ipswich 'devastated' by death of legend Paul Mariner Former England striker Paul Mariner, who played a pivotal role for Ipswich Town in their golden era winning the 1978 FA Cup and 1981 UEFA Cup, has died aged 68, his family announced on Saturday.. Both legs finished 10 to Ipswich, Wark scoring again in the home leg,[54] his 12th goal of the European campaign, with Butcher heading in a Thijssen free kick in Cologne. A crowd of 28,500 watched Ipswich take an early lead courtesy of a Thijssen goal. 2-0. "Well, all big names who won that award," Thijssen said, speaking this week on the eve of Town's 40th anniversary of winning the UEFA Cup. 1984 TERRY BUTCHER ACTION PHOTO PRINT IPSWICH TOWN CHOOSE SIZE 3.99 to 5.99 IPSWICH TOWN FC 1981 UEFA CUP FINAL WINNERS BOBBY ROBSON JOHN WARK MILLS PHOTO 2.99 0.90 postage 1981 UEFA CUP SIR BOBBY ROBSON TROPHY PHOTO PRINT IPSWICH TOWN EUROPEAN CUP 3.99 to 5.99 SPONSORED Ipswich Town 1978 FA Cup Final Open Top Bus Celebrations Photo %image(15131672, type="article-full", alt="John Wark scores Town's second goal in the second leg in Amsterdam"). This was his first of a prolific season to come. And talking about Kevin Beattie, Thijssen said this: "I remember when I arrived in Ipswich I saw this guy who could jump so high, was so strong, so strong in the air, he won everything. Sportsmail tracks down Ipswich's UEFA Cup heroes of 1981. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. It was their first overall domestic loss of the season. The first leg was played at Portman Road, Ipswich, on 6May 1981 and the second leg was played on 20 May 1981 at the Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam. They led 10 at half-time against Middlesbrough at Ayresome Park, but two goals from Yugoslavian international striker Boo Jankovi condemned Ipswich to their sixth defeat in nine games. When Frans Thijssen picked up the Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year award at the end of the 1980/81 season - he was joining exalted footballing company. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Peter Arntz opened the scoring for AZ early in the match, but Bernard Genghini equalised soon after, and the game ended 11. Ipswich Town: 1. Ipswich Town Uefa Cup - 16 images - the 1978 fa cup winners ipswich town back row russell osman, all the lists you need winners of the uefa europa league uefa cup and, ipswich town ipswich town fc 1981 82 retro fussball trikot online, ipswich town reach premier cup semis suffolk fa, "In England there are so many games if you are out four to six weeks or so you miss so many games at the wrong moments. Both legs finished 10 to Ipswich: Wark scored again in the home leg,[32] his 12th goal of the European campaign,[33] and Butcher headed in a Mills free kick in Cologne. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. (Image: Archant). [42] The second leg saw AZ's only defeat on their route to the final, losing 10 to a first-half Ren Verheyen goal, but the Dutch side still progressed to the semi-final, winning 21 on aggregate. Team AZ line up during the UEFA Final Cup, first leg match between Ipswich Town and AZ Alkmaar, at Portman Road, Ipswich, England on 6th May 1981. Agg. [46] This was the club's 65th match of the season. The club confirmed Peterborough United as a second confirmed pre-season fixture, with the match split into two games of 60 minutes each. Paul Mariner, 10. Who knows what 83 or 84 would have brought, or 85, because the likes of Eric Gates and Alan Brazil were young men then and were great players then. [4][5] This was Ipswich's eighth European campaign. Ipswich were awarded three penalties, all of which were converted by John Wark, who scored a fourth from open play. Chinese (simplified) Deutsch; English - Australia; English - Canada; English - Ghana; English - International; English - Ireland; English - Kenya; English - Malaysia [65] At the event, Robson announced that he would remain with Ipswich for the following season, having turned down Sunderland and opting not to apply for the Manchester United manager's position. I never thought about it. A minute into the second half, Ipswich doubled their lead with a header from Dutchman Frans Thijssen after his initial shot was saved by Treijtel. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Please note that this does not represent any official rankings. After lifting an FA Cup and UEFA Cup during his time as Sir Bobby Robsons trusted skipper, Mills only regret is not seeing the young, talented side around him complete their journey to the top together at Portman Road. Ships from United Kingdom. Although the match was covered for television by both the BBC and Anglia Television, footage was not screened because the Middlesbrough shirts were sponsored by a car company, contrary to the broadcasting companies' rules. [35] It was also to be the last game for the club for the injury-struck Beattie who broke his arm during the match. Young Ipswich Town fans got the chance to hold the UEFA Cup at Westbourne School in Ipswich (Image: Archant), If you would like to share your memories of the UEFA Cup win, email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk. [44] The second leg, at the Alkmaarderhout, saw Sochaux take an early lead through Genghini before goals from Metgod, Jonker and Peters gave the Dutch team an aggregate 42 lead. Because AZ had a great team to. [13] Ipswich won 31 at Birmingham City before playing two matches in two days after Christmas, beating Norwich City 20 on Boxing Day before drawing 11 at Highbury against Arsenal the following day, courtesy of a Wark penalty, his 23rd goal of the season. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. * Estimated delivery dates - opens in a new window or tab include seller's handling time, origin ZIP Code, destination ZIP Code and time of acceptance and will depend on shipping Top scorer for the season was 23-year-old John Wark, who scored 36 goals in all competitions, 14 of which came in the UEFA Cup, including one in each leg of the final. Wark scored again for Ipswich to equalise the leg, but AZ '67 struck back through Pier Tol and Jos Jonker. %image(15131670, type="article-full", alt="An iconic moment in the history of Ipswich Town Football Club as Arnold Muhren is joined by fellow Dutchman Frans Thijssen in February 1979. The last time the club reached this figure, it was on the 08/01/1966. [41], Three months later, AZ faced their quarter-final opponents Lokeren of Belgium. Ipswich had ended the previous First Division campaign in third place. %image(15131671, type="article-full", alt="Former recipients of the Footballer of the Year award at the Royal Lancaster Hotel on the 50th anniversary of the award back in 1997. Photo by Samantha Pearce/PA."). in 1981 ipswich town shocked the world of football when they won the uefa cup, beating az alkmaar over two legs; but there might just be some town fans who would have happily traded one of their club's greatest achievements for a couple of points, which could just have seen them crowned division one champions as the side from sleepy suffolk Despite that, it all ended in joy in Amsterdam's Olympic Stadium on May 20, 1981, as Town raised high the UEFA Cup, Thijssen scoring in both legs. 5-1, Quarter-final: Saint-Etienne (France) 4-1 (a), 3-1 (h). I remember running over to all the thousands of Ipswich fans. A 30 home win saw Wark score twice more; he was then substituted off with a tendon injury, to be replaced by Kevin Beattie who scored a third for Ipswich with a free kick,[19] described in The Times as a "thunderbolt". It went on show at Framlingham Gala later in May, and youngsters also got a chance to hold it at Westbourne School in Ipswich. Every vantage point on the Lloyds building was taken during the UEFA Cup celebrations in 1981. He was an experienced talent at this level of football, having already played in the 1975 UEFA Cup final for FC Twente - although that ended in a 1-5 aggregate defeat to Borussia Mnchengladbach. The injuries came at the wrong moment.". [51][63] This equalled the then long-standing scoring record in a European competition, set by Jos Altafini of A.C. Milan in the 196263 European Cup. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. The 1981 Ipswich squad is at the Ipswich Corn Exchange on Monday, 30 May, 2011 for a reunion show arranged by the Ipswich Evening Star and hosted by BBC Suffolk's Stephen Foster and. [64] A civic reception was held on 24 May 1981 where around 50,000 supporters were present at Ipswich Town Hall to see the team and the trophy. Described as "one of the celebrated strikes in the club's history", Paul Power's extra time free kick settled the match in City's favour. [55] Van der Meer was the only injury problem for AZ '67. season. Robson was named Bell's Whisky Manager of the Month in August 1980, February 1981 and March 1981. Audiences at the theatre on Civic Drive in Ipswich will be taken back to the the 19801981 season and celebrate towns UEFA cup victory 40 years ago on May 6 1981. But he was to get his revenge on the UEFA Cup with Town. Russell Osman, 6. This Black & White Photography item by HomeofLegends has 5 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Frans Thijssen, 5. contact IPSO here, 2001-2022. [48] On a frozen pitch which many observers considered to be dangerous,[49] Widzew d won the away leg 10, with Marek Pita[pl] scoring for the hosts but went out 51 on aggregate. [27], After a three-month break, Ipswich faced the French team AS Saint-tienne in the quarter-finals in March 1981, the first leg being held in the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. FC Kln. UEFA Cup Winners 1981 Portman Road was the place to be if you wished to see some glittering football during the '70s. [70], The season after the final, AZ '67 played in the European Cup where they were eliminated in the second round 54 on aggregate by Liverpool. Agg 3-2, Third round: Widzew Lodz (Poland), 5-0 (h), 0-1 (a). [2] From 2010, the UEFA Cup evolved into the Europa League. Ipswich took the lead through Wark who scored from the penalty spot midway through the first half. 1981 UEFA CUP FINAL TICKETS. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. [36] The second leg, played in front of 1,500 spectators at the Stade du Thillenberg, Differdange, ended in a 40 victory to the Dutch team, which included a Kees Kist hat-trick. goals from Thalis Tsirimokos and Konstantinos Drampis, before Eric Gates pulled one back for Ipswich. A shock 10 defeat against bottom club Brighton saw the end of Ipswich's unbeaten run of fourteen league games since the start of the season. [64][nb 1] Wark's personal accolades that year included winning the European Young Player of the Year,[66] and, voted by his fellow professionals in England, the PFA Player of the Year award. [20] The goal would prove to be pivotal as Ipswich, without regular goalkeeper Paul Cooper, midfielder Frans Thijssen and striker Mariner, all through injury,[21] lost the away leg 20 with goals from Antonn Panenka and Tibor Miinec. The first leg was played at the Alkmaarderhout in front of 13,400 spectators. Managed by a certain Bobby Robson, Ipswich won the first leg by a comfortable 3-0 margin at Portman Road. [5] Bobby Robson was awarded Football League First Division Manager of the Month for August. It was the culmination of a season which may have been the best in the club's history. Every vantage point on the Lloyds building was taken during the UEFA Cup celebrations in 1981. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Winning 3-0 at home was more than we expected. other UEFA cup final tickets available from 1.50 each. [24][59] Cooper made two saves late in the second half which were described by Mike Green writing in the Aberdeen Press and Journal as "superb", including one to deny a Welzl header from 6 yards (5.5m). [25] They went on to lose the last game against Southampton, and ended the season in second place, four points behind Aston Villa and three points ahead of Arsenal who won seven of their final eight matches. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Agg. [31] Winning the tie 72 on aggregate, Ipswich progressed to the semi-finals where they met the German side 1. Indeed, Thijssen's injury restricted him to just 52 appearances that season - still a lot - but to put that into context, nine other Town players played more games than the Dutchman, although sadly, Beattie managed just 11, with six substitute appearances. Along with competing in the Championship, the club also participated in the FA Cup, going out in the third round, and League Cup, in which they were eliminated in the first round.. [5][24], AZ '67 started their European campaign in the first round at home against the Luxembourg team Red Boys Differdange, against whom AZ had won 161 on aggregate in the opening round of the 197778 UEFA Cup. The UEFA Cup on display at Framlingham Gala in May 1981 (Image: Archant). It was overall my best time and the best support I had came from Portman Road from the fans and players. Please note that this does not represent any official rankings. FORTY years ago tomorrow, Ipswich Town played the second leg of their UEFA Cup final against AZ 67 Alkmaar, of Holland. Instead, with Sir Bobby answering his countrys calling, his fledgling stars began to fly the nest, meaning a second consecutive runners-up spot in 1981/82 was to signal the end of their domestic conquests. In a match described by ESPN as "a classic FA Cup tie", the visitors took a two goal lead through a Mariner strike and an own goal from Viv Anderson, before Forest fought back to take a 32 lead after goals from Trevor Francis, Colin Walsh and John Robertson (from the penalty spot). [50] The lead from the first leg allowed Robson to withdraw Mariner and Mhren, as he said that he was prioritising Ipswich's league challenge. [48] Russell Osman cut out Tol's subsequent breakaway chance before Thijssen's 39th-minute strike flew over the bar. We deserved it. The second leg at Pittodrie saw both Gordon Strachan and John Wark score from the penalty spot before Peter Weir settled the tie with two goals. The official LinkedIn page of Ipswich Town Football Club | Ipswich Town Football Club, founded in 1878, boasts the most successful history of any club in eastern England. [14] The year ended with Ipswich in third place in the league, still behind Liverpool and Villa, but by only a single point and with two games in hand. Gates had also just recovered from a calf injury. We had so many quality internationals. Pre-season. Tol scored the opening goal in the first half, and second-half goals from Nygaard, Kist, Peters, and a second from Tol ensured a 61 aggregate victory and qualification for the third round against the Yugoslav team Radniki Ni. Both Thijssen and Mariner had responded positively to treatment during the two-week break between the final legs. Ipswich ended April second in the league, four points behind Villa with a game in hand, but with only two games of the season remaining. [9] The defeat was followed by two wins, against Leicester City and Nottingham Forest. Aris also scored from the spot through Theodoros Pallas in what would be a consolation goal in a 51 win for Ipswich,[37] described as a "sparkling" victory by the Belfast Telegraph. We have allocated points to each yellow (1 point) and red card (3 points) for ranking purposes. Dutch player Johnny Rep put the home team in the lead after 16 minutes, but a brace from Mariner and goals from Arnold Mhren and John Wark ensured Ipswich took a 41 lead into the second leg. The tactical awareness and bravery of duo Sir Bobby and Bobby Ferguson was the foundations on which that incredible away leg victory was built on, according to Mills. Sign in Homepage . 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[38] The second leg was one-sided as AZ won 50 in front of 15,000 spectators at the Alkmaarderhout. Town's 1981 UEFA Cup triumph is to be celebrated in style with an anniversary dinner scheduled to take place on Thursday, 10 March 2022 at the Town Hall/Corn Exchange. Bobby Robson said he was ready for me to play against Arsenal that Saturday. Ipswich Town keeps its 13 consecutive matches without a loss at home in Europa League running (since 19/09/1973). Terry Butcher and the Ipswich players celebrate Frans Thijssen's goalafter only 4 minutes of the 2nd leg of the 1981 UEFA Cup final. [67] He ended the 198081 season with 36 goals. [24] Wark once again found the net, scoring a hat-trick; goals from Alan Brazil and Mariner completed a comprehensive 50 victory. Agg. All the info on the match between Aberdeen and Ipswich Town on September 30, 1981. The first leg took place at Portman Road on 6May 1981 in front of a crowd of 27,532. But we had a plan A which we always started with, regardless of who we were taking on. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Watched by a crowd of 27,532 at Portman Road, Ipswich took the lead in the first leg when John Wark scored from the penalty spot. contact IPSO here, 2001-2022. Recipients since have included Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suarez and Gianfranco Zola. competed in the Football League First Division. [10] Burley succumbed to injury during the game; Robson remarked "I must admit, our resources are being stretched to the absolute limit". Bahasa - Indonesia; Chinese (simplified) Deutsch; English - Australia; English - Canada; English - Ghana He is followed by Ipswich players Paul Cooper, Alan Brazil, Arnold Muhren, Eric Gates, Frans Thijssen, John Wark, Steve McCall, Russell Osman and Terry Butcher. Editors' Code of Practice. Mick Mills, who spoke to Russell Claydon ahead of the 30th anniversary, concludes our nostalgic series. [12] Their performance was similar in December, commencing with two draws (against Manchester City and Liverpool), followed by a 53 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. All the information you will find here have been collected manually from the most official . [53] Winning the tie 72 on aggregate, Ipswich progressed to the semi-finals where they met German side 1. Arnold Muhren, 9. Please note that this does not represent any official rankings. Ipswich were already a very good side, but there is no doubt the added dimension of Muhren and then Thijssen helped turn them into a great side - culminating in a wonderful 66-game '80/81 season that ended with UEFA Cup triumph. pioneer dj mixer ddj-400; what makes lavatories buffets and galleys corrosion prone area; butterscotch vs caramel taste; engage in friendly chit chat crossword clue Mariner's second strike and a goal from Mhren in a three-minute spell secured the victory for Ipswich. Young Ipswich Town fans got the chance to hold the UEFA Cup at Westbourne School in Ipswich - Credit: Ivan Smith/Archant If you would like to share your memories of the UEFA Cup win,. Please note that this does not represent any official rankings. The first leg ended 11 with Thijssen scoring for Ipswich and John Hewitt equalising. "Some teams I have played for I can't remember half the names, but that Ipswich Town team I can mention from number one to number 11. 60 Ipswich Town 1981/82 retro football shirt Notable players: Brazil, Butcher, Gates, Mariner, Mills, Muhren, O'Callaghan, Osman, Thijssen, Wark Manager: Bobby Robson Ipswich Town official merchandising S Add number and/or name Add to cart SKU: 130 Categories: Copa Classic, England Trustpilot Request information Join the newsletter [48] Butcher exploited AZ's renowned weakness in the air, but his header went just wide, before a shot from Gates was palmed out by the AZ goalkeeper Eddy Treijtel. [3] Ipswich Town had made their first appearance in European football in the 196263 European Cup and, before the 198081 season, their most successful tournament was the 197374 UEFA Cup, where they were knocked out in the quarter-finals by Lokomotive Leipzig. [23], Ipswich's season worsened in April, losing to West Bromwich Albion, Arsenal and Norwich, and securing just four points with wins against Manchester City and Aston Villa. I had gone away with Holland and came back with my injury. Ipswich were denied a strong penalty appeal in the second minute of the first half when the referee, Adolf Prokop, waved away appeals after Gates was brought down by AZ's Richard van der Meer. Thijssen was the grit and skill to Muhren's craft and guile - a perfect Dutch combination. f ootballdatabase.eu. "I remember my goal was right at the start of the second half and Bobby Robson was still walking from the dressing room to the bench! Bahasa - Indonesia; Chinese (simplified) Deutsch; English - Australia; English - Canada; English - Ghana The first leg, at Portman Road, was an ill-disciplined match which saw Aris' Giorgos Foiros sent off after a second yellow card towards the end of the first half. The only Ipswich Town player ever to have won it then - and now - Thijssen joined a list of winners that already included Bobby Moore, Stanley Matthews and Kevin Keegan. Everton vs. Ipswich Town - 17 January 1981 - Soccerway. On 10 May 2017, Ipswich Town announced a pre-season friendly against Charlton Athletic. MIKE BACON looks back at those halcyon days with Dutch maestro FRANS THIJSSEN. We have allocated points to each yellow (1 point) and red card (3 points) for ranking purposes. [29] The victory against the French team has been described by the Ipswich Star as one of the greatest performances in Ipswich's history. And Thijssen hit the big stage running. And Thijssen's goal-scoring feats in the final weren't finished there. Terry Butcher, 7. [61], Robson and five different players won major awards for their performances during the season; a further two players were shortlisted for accolades. The 2018-19 season was Ipswich Town's 17th consecutive season in the second tier of English football and 141st year in existence. Therefore, in the second leg at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam, Ipswich had to avoid losing by three clear goals to win the competition. Kist put the Dutch club ahead early in the second half but Emil Spasov equalised and the game ended 11. Leading the way was Wark, who set a UEFA Cup record by scoring 14 goals, including two in the final. However, a 21 defeat at Manchester United triggered a slump which handed the initiative to eventual champions Aston Villa, although Ipswich did win at Villa Park during the run-in. Ipswich progressed to the fourth round following a 31 victory at Carrow Road. In the run-up to that game Mills happened to visit a family of a staunch Saint Etienne fans whose son was a pen pal of his son. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to contact the editor here. Ipswich Town 1981-82 UEFA Cup Matches: 2 (0% wins) Season View Manager Lineup Tactic Paul Cooper Butcher Stephen McCall Russell Osman Mick Mills Frans Thijssen Mhren John Wark Eric Gates Alan Brazil Paul Mariner It is automatically generated from the positions of the line-up, it is approximate and does not necessarily reflect the real one. [59] Jonker scored AZ's fourth of the day with a 25-yard free kick with 16 minutes to go. 2022-23 Ipswich Town F.C. . This time, the first leg ended 60 with goals from Hugo Hovenkamp, Kristen Nygaard, Jan Peters (2), Kurt Welzl and Pier Tol. Ipswich Town League Cup Home Team Football Programmes, Ipswich Town Football Scarves, Ipswich Town Home Teams F-K Football European Club UEFA/Fairs Cup Fixture . [51] The victory against the French team has been described as one of the greatest performances in Ipswich's history,[51] with Robson noting: "we have demolished a good side with one of the best victories anyone has achieved in Europe in the past 10 years". [52] Such was Ipswich's dominance that they restricted AZ to a single shot on target throughout the match, and only conceded the first corner midway through the second half. The season covers the period from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019. [8] The 198081 UEFA Cup campaign was their third season in European football. John Wark, 8. "In the second leg when I scored early on it was a great feeling. We went so far in so many competitions. Ipswich took 6,000 travelling fans to the game. [50] After the game, the AZ coach Georg Keler was circumspect: "there are another 90 minutes to play, but naturally it will be very difficult for us. We have allocated points to each yellow (1 point) and red card (3 points) for ranking purposes. That's how good he was. Already 3-0 up from the first leg, they went on win the final 5-4 on aggregate. Bahasa - Indonesia; Chinese (simplified) Deutsch . I didn't expect it when I arrived in England, that I could win something like that. Ipswich Town vs. Aston Villa - 6 September 1980 - Soccerway. Supporters climbed a lamppost to get a touch of the UEFA Cup as players reached out to them from staging in front of Ipswich Town Hall in 1981. Ipswich Town's 1981 UEFA Cup Campaign. [24] Ipswich needed to win both games to remain in the title chase. They were the side Ipswichs record appearance holder (741 games from 1966-1982) believes should have gone on to take their seat at footballs top table. [7], Ipswich Town qualified for the 198081 UEFA Cup as a result of finishing third in the Football League First Division the previous season, behind Manchester United, who also qualified for the UEFA Cup,[9] and Liverpool, who qualified for the 198081 European Cup. [6] The club went through September undefeated, with victories against Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Coventry City and Wolves, maintaining their position at the top of the division at the end of the month, four points ahead of Liverpool. They had Michel Platini and some top players and were backed by the most partisan crowd ever they were in that stadium two hours before kick-off with all their chants going, the former player/manager at Stoke City recalled. "After the disappointment of the League and FA Cup, it was great to get one prize. Paul Mariner would score twice in Ipswich Town's 4-1 first leg away victory over Saint-tienne in the UEFA Cup quarter-finals on 4th March 1981. 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