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The incredible tale of Bert Trautmann: from Hitler Youth to breaking neck in FA Cup final

The incredible story of Bert Trautmann has been immortalised in a new film and MailOnline has an exclusive first look at the first UK trailer.

Trautmann was in the Luftwaffe before becoming a prisoner of war. He turned down a return to Germany, settled in England, fell in love, fought against a public backlash and eventually won an FA Cup while playing with a broken neck.

New film The Keeper dramatises his story and the realities of his relationship with Margaret amid the tragic circumstances of his life.

Trautmann is played by David Kross in the file, which will be released in UK and Irish cinemas on April 5.