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9th August 1997

The 34th season of Match of the Day kicks off with highlights of the first-ever top flight match in promoted Barnsley's 100-year history, as they take on West Ham at Oakwell. Also, there's action from Wimbledon v Liverpool, with Norwegian midfielder Oyvind Leonhardsen making a swift return to his former club. Plus key action and goals from the day's other Premiership games.

English
  • Originally Aired August 9, 1997
  • Runtime 80 minutes
  • Content Rating Great Britain U
  • Studio BBC
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