FA celebrates 150th anniversary

The FA is launching a year of celebration to mark its 150th anniversary.

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Fabio Capello to help celebrate 150 years of the FA

Ex-England manager Fabio Capello is expected to attend an event to celebrate 150 years of the FA later today.

Fabio Capello in September 2012
Fabio Capello in September 2012 Credit: PA

The Russia manager left the England camp after a he fell out with the FA stripped John Terry of his captaincy over a racism row, and his attendance could see a thawing of the relationship.

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The FA celebrates 150 years

The FA release a new shield made up of some of the most notable moments of its 150 year history
The FA release a new shield made up of some of the most notable moments of its 150 year history Credit: The FA

The Football Association (FA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on Wednesday and has released a new shield showing some of footballs most famous and landmark moments.

Images on the shield include:

The last Match at old Wembley in 2000

England Women v Germany Women Euro Final in 2009

Gazza Tears with Lineker in 1990

A David Beckham close up

The first black player, Arthur Wharton, in 1889.

A close up of the shield
A close up of the shield Credit: The FA
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