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“The 1966 World Cup was never really on my radar, it was quite a surprise when I received a letter from the FA in December ‘65 saying I was picked for a game in February” Sir Geoff Hurst on ‘cutting it fine’ for the tournament that defined his career

The former West Ham man would end up front and centre of England’s finest hour

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'Watching Kylian Mbappe score a World Cup final hat-trick, I can honestly say I didn’t care' Sir Geoff Hurst explains two reasons why he wasn’t upset to share his famous record in 2022

Sir Geoff Hurst stood alone for having scored a hat-trick in a men's World Cup final for decades before Kylian Mbappe achieved the same distinction

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'Bobby wiped his hands before he shook the Queen's hands so as not to dirty her gloves. Who does that after winning the World Cup? An immaculate man with an immaculate character' Sir Geoff Hurst on why he looked up to Bobby Moore

Bobby Moore was an absolute natural leader in all regards, as Sir Geoff Hurst told FourFourTwo

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World Cup hero Geoff Hurst stars in new film to celebrate 60th anniversary of England’s 1966 triumph

It has been 60 years since England won the World Cup for the first and only time, beating West Germany 4-2 in the final at Wembley

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They think it’s all over: Football less fun now for fans at 1966 World Cup final

Three friends who attended the 1966 final will meet up on Thursday to remember the occasion.

The Independent UK

Sixty years on: Was England's 1966 winning XI destiny, fate, or a chance affair?

It's a team ingrained in memory, but was it always destined to be that way? Sixty years on from that Wembley triumph, Paul Simpson explains how chance moulded Sir Alf Ramsey's legends of '66

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Sir Alf Ramsey: England's silent knight

He led England to the World Cup 60 years ago today, but remains misunderstood. In spite of his middle-class image, the Three Lions boss overcame racism, poverty and war to become a legend

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France skipper Mbappé denies Messi to win second Golden Boot award

Kylian Mbappé will return to France from the World Cup with his reputation as one of the best strikers of his generation enhanced, having become the first player to win the competition's Golden Boot award twice.

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1966 hero Sir Geoff Hurst in Wimbledon royal box hours before England game

The Wembley final hat-trick hero waved as he was introduced before play on Centre Court.

Evening Standard

The old school trait turning Kylian Mbappe into Monsieur World Cup

Having moved past legends Pele and Just Fontaine in the goalscoring charts Mbappe is forging his own path as a modern World Cup icon

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The 15 Greatest World Cup Soccer Players Of All Time—Ranked

Delivering on the FIFA World Cup stage comes with a unique level of pressure. For established superstars, there is the weight of expectation. For rising talents

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‘The closest England striker compared to me, in terms of style? I’d have to pick out Alan Shearer’ Sir Geoff Hurst compares himself to the Three Lions greats that succeeded him at later World Cups

On the day of the 2026 World Cup, Three Lions icon Hurst on the great No.9s that came after him – and why he never accepts free pints from strangers

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The Dog Who Saved the 1966 World Cup: Pickles and the Stolen Trophy

Pickles the dog etched his name in England’s World Cup folklore.

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Players to watch: France's Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé will feature for France at his third World Cup this summer, at the age of 27. In the final instalment of a five-part series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a…

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How to watch the World Cup Final ‘66 In Colour for *FREE*

Here’s how to watch England’s greatest moment in full colour from anywhere for free

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The meaning of 1966: Does England’s only World Cup still carry the same relevance?

WORLD CUP : 1966 is now closer to the sinking of the Titanic than to this World Cup – England’s victory remains a blessed memory, writes Miguel Delaney, as well as a burden

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The 10 Most Iconic Moments in World Cup History—Ranked

From dramatic upsets to unforgettable celebrations, these 10 World Cup moments have helped define the greatest tournament in world soccer.

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France boss Deschamps urges players to embrace Brazil challenge

France head coach Didier Deschamps has urged his players to embrace the challenge of facing Brazil on Thursday night in a friendly match as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

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Martin Chivers death: ‘Big Chiv’, the football great who powered Tottenham to Uefa Cup glory

Though sometimes perceived as lethargic, Chivers’ broad shoulders belied a natural strength and turn of pace that overwhelmed defenders

Evening Standard

Martin Chivers, the Tottenham great whose strength and pace brushed defenders aside

‘Big Chiv’ was a giant of the game who recovered from a serious injury to go down as a legend

The Independent UK

Chris Hoy ‘disappointed’ by prostate cancer screening decision

The six-time Olympic gold medallist expressed “sadness” at the recommendation against routine prostate cancer screening for majority of men

Evening Standard

Tony Robinson ‘thought those most at risk’ would have got cancer screening

Sir Tony spoke about his own prostate cancer diagnosis in 2023.

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2026 World Cup: France boss Deschamps warns squad of Ukraine danger

France boss Didier Deschamps warned his players they would have to be instantly at their best when they take on Ukraine on Friday night for their opening game in their qualifying group for the 2026 World Cup.

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Wimbledon diary: Arthur Ashe remembered and Kasatkina’s earring causes problems

British and Irish sporting stars crammed into the Royal Box on day six at the Championships.

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Sir David Beckham: Here's the full list of footballing knights that Becks is joining

Reports suggest that David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood - and he would be in very good company alongside some of the great figures in British football history

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