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More than 5000 entries on the history, culture and life of Britain (published in 1993 by Macmillan, now out of print)
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FA Cup
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Knock-out competition established by the *Football Association in 1871, with 15 teams in the 1871–2 contest (won by Wanderers). Originally for amateur teams only, the professionals were allowed to compete after they had established their own separate *Football League. Since 1923 the *Cup Final has been held at Wembley.
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