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Soccer Player in Canada jersey hurtles down the field with the ball in front of him pursued by …
Canada's Carl Valentine (r) chases after the ball while being pursued by France's Patrick Battiston
Soccer Player in Canada jersey hurtles down the field with the ball in front of him pursued by player from France within a foot of him. 

Canada's Carl Valentine (r) chases after the ball while being pursued by France's Patrick Battiston

Date1 June 1986
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Original Toronto Star caption: Leon, Mexico: June 1 - Canada's Carl Valentine ® chases after the ball while being pursued by France's Patrick Battiston during the Canada vs. France match of the World Cup Soccer Championships
GeographyCountryMexico
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DimensionsImage size: 25.4 cm x 20.3 cm (10 in. x 8 in.)
ProvenanceGift of Toronto Star (firm)
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Copyright - Toronto Star Licence (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object Numberts-1-584d-francecanadawc1986003
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