The Archive · 1939

5 International Cup Match

England Defeated by China in Poor Game, 3-1 — Ward Refuses to Accept "Charity" Penalty Kick

IHE match between China and England in the International Cup competition at the Canidrome yesterday was a very poot affair as regards entertainment, and the 8,000 spectators who saw China defeat England by the score of 3-1 must have been wondering what was influencing players who usually play a good game, to make [them miss passes, mis-kick the ball, and miss goals so easily.

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