MANCHESTER UNITED v LIVERPOOL. United Review, Official Programme, Old Trafford, 13 September 1969 (Signed by Bill Shankly and Matt Busby)

Original match programme for the First Division fixture between Manchester United and Liverpool played at Old Trafford on 13 September 1969. Signed to the front cover by two of the most important figures in the history of British football - "Bill Shankly" and "All best wishes, Matt Busby". The match took place during Busby’s final season as manager of Manchester United and at the height of Shankly’s celebrated reign at Liverpool.

8vo. Original illustrated wrappers. 11. pp. Light wear and creasing to covers, signatures slightly faded but clearly visible. A very good example.

A desirable dual-signed programme bringing together two managerial giants whose rivalry helped define post-war British football. Signed examples featuring both Busby and Shankly are considerably scarcer than programmes signed by either man individually and are highly sought after by Manchester United and Liverpool collectors alike.