Hansons World Football Auction April 2025 - Wembley Stadium

Dennis Law Testimonial Programme signed

Date: October 3, 1973

Location: OLD TRAFFORD, Manchester

Teams: Manchester United vs Ajax

Final score: 1-0

Program from the testimony match celebrating the career of Dennis Law.

Signed by Dennis Law on front 

Denis Law, a Scottish football legend, played as a forward known for his agility and scoring prowess. He notably starred for Manchester United and Manchester City, winning the Ballon d’Or in 1964. His career spanned from the 1950s to the 1970s, leaving a lasting legacy as one of Scotland’s greatest players.

Denis Law’s career

  • Played for Manchester United, Manchester City, and the Scotland national team 
  • Won the 1964 European Footballer of the Year award (the Ballon d’Or) 
  • Scored 30 international goals for Scotland in 55 appearances 
  • Won two league titles with Manchester United 
  • Was a member of Manchester United’s European Cup-winning side in 1968 

Denis Law’s retirement 

  • Retired from professional football in 1974 after a back-heeled goal against Manchester United
  • The goal gave Manchester City a 1–0 lead, but United were relegated regardless
  • Law walked off the pitch with his head down after United fans invaded the pitch
  • The referee abandoned the game in the 85th minute
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