1967–68_Challenge_Cup

1967–68 Challenge Cup

1967–68 Challenge Cup

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The 1967–68 Challenge Cup was the 67th staging of rugby league's oldest knockout competition, the Challenge Cup. The final was contested by Leeds and Wakefield Trinity at Wembley, with Leeds winning 11–10.

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First round

All 30 professional clubs entered the first round of the Challenge Cup, plus two amateur teams – Hull BOCM, and Leigh Miners. Matches took place on 2–4 February 1968. The match between Workington Town and Whitehaven was postponed until 7 February due to the weather.[1]

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Second round

Matches in the second round were played on 25 February 1968. One game also went to a replay, which took place on 28 February 1968.

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Third round

Matches in the third round were played on 16–17 March 1968.

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Semi final

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30 March 1968
Odsal Stadium, Bradford
Referee: D.T.H. Davies (Pendlebury)
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6 April 1968

Replay

More information Wakefield Trinity, 15 – 10 ...
3 April 1968
Headingley, Leeds
Referee: D.T.H. Davies (Pendlebury)

Final

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11 May 1968
Wembley, London
Attendance: 87,100
Referee: John Hebblethwaite (York)
Player of the Match: Don Fox

References

  1. Mather, Harold (5 Feb 1968). "Parr puts Wigan on right path". The Guardian. London. p. 23.

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