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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Mark Staniforth

Widnes looking to ‘bring the good times back’ ahead of Challenge Cup tie

Widnes hope to revive memories of their golden Challenge Cup era (PA Archive) - (PA Archive)

Joe Lydon’s pair of interception tries to seal victory for Widnes in the 1984 Challenge Cup final at Wembley remain two of the most seminal moments in the history of the 127-year-old competition.

Beamed live on the BBC, the 20-year-old’s lung-bursting feats to sink his home-town club Wigan capped a golden era for the Cheshire club, who featured in seven finals over a 10-year period, starting with their 14-7 win over Warrington in 1975.

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