Since then, the famous old ground has hosted World Cup and Euro 96 matches as well as FA Cup semi-finals and has been graced by some of the most famous men who have played the game – including the legendary Pele when his Santos team came to town in the early 70s.
It was also scene of one of the most famous Sheffield city derbies . . . the Boxing Day massacre in 1979.
The old girl has also witnessed Wednesday fans experience the joy of promotion as well as the heartache of relegation.
Here we take a look at the changing face of Hillsborough down the years.
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The old girl has also witnessed Wednesday fans experience the joy of promotion as well as the heartache of relegation.