Edited sentence: A record many have argued should stand among his 200 professional goals.During this period would be the debut of United goal-scoring legend Jackie Milburn.Jackie made his debut in 1943 in a "Stripes vs Blues" match.Jackie went on to score 38 goals in the next 3 years of the leagues life, as well as 2 FA Cup goals in 1946.Jackie's side was losing at half-time 3-0, but following a switch from midfielder to centre forward, he scored 6 goals to help them win the match 9-3.Many matches among teams across the country were forfeited for either safety reasons or lack of player availability.The Wartime League was therefore introduced from 1939-1946, which although the government and FA regarded as Friendly matches, saw several leagues created up and down the country.United did not achieve any of the Wartime League trophies during this period.World War II saw the football league abandoned in respect for the safety of large crowd gatherings, as well as several players leaving their careers to join military forces