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Canada's soccer player Paul James runs toward the ball while France's Jean Tigana (r) grabs his…
Canada's Paul James fights for the ball while France's Jean Tigana (r) grabs his shirt to keep him away from it
Canada's soccer player Paul James runs toward the ball while France's Jean Tigana (r) grabs his shirt to keep him away from it

Canada's Paul James fights for the ball while France's Jean Tigana (r) grabs his shirt to keep him away from it

Date1 June 1986
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Original Toronto Star caption: Canada's Paul James fights for the ball while France's  Paul Tigana (r) keeps him away during the second half of the Canada vs, France World Cup soccer match France beat Canada, 1-0.
GeographyCountryMexico
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DimensionsImage size: 21.6 cm x 20.3 cm (8 1/2 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-francecanadawc1986005
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