Wolves:
Champions of the world
The story of how Wolves helped to inspire European football as we know it today.
Written and Produced: Greg Whelan
Director of Photography: Matt Sellers
Editors: Trevor Aylward, Tom Stent
Design: Adam Stepien
Executive Producers: Russell Jones, Yannie Makarounas, Max Fitzgerald
Friday 13th December 2024 marks the 70th anniversary of Wolves historic floodlit friendly win against Honved, a legacy that still lives on today and remains one of the most cherished moments in the club's rich history. It wasn’t just about beating a great team, but about showcasing British football on a global stage and igniting the spark that would lead to the formation of Europe’s most prestigious club competition.
Hear from Ron Atkinson, George Best, Stan Cullis, Paul King, Roy Swinbourne, Bill Shorthouse, Bill Slater, Eddie Stuart, Bert Williams, Jonathan Wilson and Billy Wright as they look back at one of football's most significant nights.