'Great memories' - Why Wolves' FA Cup clash with Shrewsbury Town means so much to Graham Turner
Wolves' FA Cup clash tie with Shrewsbury Town stirs fond memories for Graham Turner, a man whose career is deeply entwined with both clubs.
Turner holds a unique place in the history of Shrewsbury and Wolves, having managed both and enjoyed significant success at each.
When Richie Barker left Shrewsbury for Wolves in 1978, Turner, then a player-coach under him, was asked to step in as caretaker manager, despite being told he was considered too young and inexperienced for the role on a permanent basis.
That opportunity proved pivotal. During his first spell in charge, Turner guided Third Division Shrewsbury in a memorable FA Cup run, earning a quarter-final replay against First Division Wolves after a 1-1 draw at Molineux.
Although Wolves won the replay 3-1, the cup adventure formed part of a remarkable season as Salop stormed to promotion to the Second Division as champions, losing just six league games.
And Shrewsbury's third-round visit to Premier League Wolves this weekend has brought those memories flooding back.
"It will bring back memories, great memories," Turner told the Shropshire Star. "I had just started as player-coach, Richie Barker had left ironically to go from Shrewsbury to Wolves and I took over as caretaker manager.
