- Attendance
- 15,899
- Match Date
- Aug 28, 1968
Rioch beats four men in an 80-yard run to grab the first goal and set the Town up as early leaders of Division 3. Everything goes right for the Hatters, apart from Laurie Sheffield, who misses several good chances against a fast and skilful Barnsley side who never give up trying.
Luton Town Lineup
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The ball is headed clear from Bruce Rioch and Laurie Sheffield -
Laurie Sheffield goes flat on his back -
Laurie Sheffield can only watch as Eric Brookes head the ball clear -
Laurie Sheffield and Graham French both go for the ball -
Brian Lewis puts his shoulder into Brian Arblaster -
Brian Lewis attempts to block this clearance -
Bruce Rioch scores the Town`s first goal -
Barnsley keeper Brian Arblaster gathers the ball as Laurie Sheffield awaits in case of a slip up -
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Programme: Luton Town FC vs Barnsley (28th Aug 1968)
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