West Bromwich Albion players prepare for the upcoming football season. – Vintage Photograph

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On Tuesday, July 12th, 1979, West Bromwich Albion players were photographed going through their pre-season training in Oxford. Pictured from left to right are Ally Robertson, Cyrille Regis, John Wile, Derek Statham and Brendan Batson. Batson and Gary Owen appear to be recovering after a session of intense physical activity.On Tuesday, July 12th, 1979, West Bromwich Albion players were photographed going through their pre-season training in Oxford. Pictured from left to right are Ally Robertson, Cyrille Regis, John Wile, Derek Statham and Brendan Batson. Batson and Gary Owen appear to be recovering after a session of intense physical activity.

Dimensions: 18.1 x 18.1 cm

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Getting into shape IN CASE you needed the Football reminding, League season is just over three weeks away. . . and First Division West Brom- wich Albion, who have just recruited Oxford United boss Mick Brown as assis- manager, are in tant Oxford for pre-season training. Pictured (above) going at through their paces Shotover are (left to right) some of Albion’s stars, Ally many Robertson, Cyrille Regis, John Wile, Derek Statham and Bren- dan Batson. It may look like a session of meditation (right) for Batson, but in fact he and Gary Owen who’s flat on his back-are recover- ing from their exertions! 6 Pictures: ANTONY CORE WBA Tues p 12 2.4 JUL 1979