#OnThisDay 1982: Attention football/soccer fans! Virginia's Voga Wallace was adding a bit of showbiz to the humble throw-in. | BBC Archive

#OTD 1982: Whatever you may think about the USA's take on 'soccer' in the 80s, it was undeniably light years ahead of Europe in the flying saucer department. | BBC Archive

🎬 43 years ago today, on May 28, 1982, Rocky III hit theaters and delivered one of the most unforgettable moments in sports cinema: Rocky Balboa vs. Thunderlips. 🥊💥 This iconic charity match pitted Sylvester Stallone’s underdog champion against Hulk Hogan’s flamboyant wrestling persona, Thunderlips, in a wild crossover that blurred the lines between boxing and wrestling. The scene was as over-the-top as it was entertaining, showcasing the spectacle that defined the 80s. Adding to the film’s l