Hamilton Crescent

Hamilton Crescent is a cricket ground located in the Partick area of Glasgow, Scotland. It is the home of the West of Scotland Cricket Club.

Hamilton Crescent
Ground information
LocationPartick, Glasgow
Coordinates55°52′21″N 04°18′32″W
Establishment1862
Capacity4,000
End names
Pavilion End
Burgh Hall Street End
Team information
West of Scotland (1862–present)
As of 3 February 2009
Source: Ground profile

Hamilton Crescent hosted the first international football match, played between Scotland and England. The game was played on 30 November 1872, ended in a goalless draw, and was watched by a crowd of 4,000.[1]

Further international matches were held here in 1874 and 1876, before being moved to the first Hampden Park. The 1877 Scottish Cup Final was also held at Hamilton Crescent.

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