1938 FUSSBALL LANDER KAMPF | ENGLAND vs DEUTSCHLAND | NAZI SALUTE GAME

🏆 1938 England vs Germany Football Card – PSA Authentic – Nazi Salute Match

Own a piece of football and world history.
This rare 1938 Fussball Länderkampf England–Deutschland card commemorates the infamous international match in Berlin where England’s national team, under diplomatic pressure, performed the Nazi salute before kickoff. A haunting moment in sports diplomacy, this card captures the full England lineup that defied the odds and won 6–3 against Germany.

🔍 Card Details:

• Year: 1938
• Event: England vs Germany international match, Berlin
• Players Featured: Stanley Matthews, Eddie Hapgood, Cliff Bastin, Wilf Copping, and more
• Grading: PSA Authentic
• Certification Number: 98534686
• Condition: Encased and preserved by PSA
• Publisher: Likely German or New Zealand origin (Franklin Photo-Engraving Co. Ltd.)

🧠 Historical Significance:

• The Salute: England players were ordered by the British Foreign Office to perform the Nazi salute, sparking controversy that still resonates today.
• The Match: England triumphed 6–3, with goals from Matthews, Bastin, and others.
• Legacy: This card is a stark reminder of how sport intersects with geopolitics.

💼 Collector Notes:

• Ideal for collectors of pre-war football memorabilia, political ephemera, or PSA-graded rarities
• A conversation piece that bridges sports history, diplomacy, and cultural memory
• Perfect for display, archival documentation, or investment

Includes protective PSA case. Ships securely with tracking and insurance. Case is scratched in places - see photos.