Sports · 1967
Icons, Ice Bowls, and Historic Firsts
In 1967, the sporting world was reshaped by historic championship games, political stands, and groundbreaking cultural milestones. From sub-zero football battles to revolutionary marathon runs, athletes pushed physical and societal boundaries like never before.
- Jan 15, 1967 | Football | USA
The First AFL-NFL World Championship Game
Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers dominate the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10 in Los Angeles to win the very first Super Bowl.
- Apr 28, 1967 | Boxing | USA
Muhammad Ali Refuses Military Induction
Heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali refuses draft induction during the Vietnam War, resulting in his boxing license being suspended and title stripped.
- Apr 19, 1967 | Athletics | USA
Kathrine Switzer Runs Boston Marathon
Kathrine Switzer becomes the first woman to officially register and finish the Boston Marathon despite race officials attempting to physically remove her.
- May 25, 1967 | Soccer | Portugal
The Lisbon Lions Triumph in Europe
Celtic FC defeats Inter Milan 2-1 in Lisbon, becoming the first British club to win the European Cup with a squad born within 30 miles of Glasgow.
- Apr 24, 1967 | Basketball | USA
Wilt Chamberlain Leads 76ers to NBA Title
The Philadelphia 76ers snap Boston's eight-year championship streak, defeating the San Francisco Warriors in six games behind Wilt Chamberlain's dominant play.
- Jun 11, 1967 | Auto Racing | France
All-American Victory at Le Mans 24 Hours
Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt drive the Ford GT40 Mk IV to victory, marking the first all-American team, car, and driver triumph at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
- Oct 12, 1967 | Baseball | USA
Bob Gibson Dominates World Series Game 7
Pitcher Bob Gibson strikes out 10 batters and hits a home run as the St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Boston Red Sox to capture the MLB title.
- Dec 31, 1967 | Football | USA
Packers Prevail in the Infamous Ice Bowl
In frigid minus-13 degree weather, Bart Starr scores a late quarterback sneak to lead Green Bay over the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL Championship.
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