Infamous referee's kit and whistle from 1957 FA Cup final up at auction

The kit and medal belonging to the infamous 1957 FA Cup final’s referee is up for auction.

Frank Coultas officiated the Aston Villa-Manchester United clash at Wembley Stadium. The game is renowned for Villa forward Peter McParland’s shoulder barge into United keeper Ray Wood, knocking him out.

Coultas did not send McParland off and he scored both Villa’s goals in the 2-1 win.

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Coultas’ kit and match medal are among the sporting items being sold by Dugglebys Auctions in Scarborough, North Yorks on Friday.

They are expected to fetch around £3,500.Auctioneer Dominic Cox said: “It is a remarkable collection.”