…because of Boxing Day
David Beeden on Boxing Day (not just that one)
Invariably the mention of Boxing Day brings Blades fans of a certain vintage out in a cold sweat. The Boxing Day Massacre, a promotion tussle in the old third division that saw a crowd of nearly 50,000, is perhaps the most famous game involving both Sheffield clubs. Grainy videos and anniversary dinners delight those of a blue-and-white persuasion but b…
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