66 world cup winners still alive

An inquest has heard Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton died following an accidental fall at a care home in Cheshire. As the footballing world continues to mourn one of its all-time greats, which players from that famous side are still alive? Sir Geoff Hurstnow aged 81, currently lives in Cheltenham, after a managerial career at Telford United and Chelsea. He was the only man to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final — 66 world cup winners still alive Kylian Mbappe joined him following the World Cup final — and made more than appearances for West Ham.

A n inquest has heard Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton died following an accidental fall at a care home in Cheshire. As the footballing world continues to mourn one of its all-time greats, which players from that famous side are still alive? Sir Geoff Hurst , now aged 81, currently lives in Cheltenham, after a managerial career at Telford United and Chelsea. He was the only man to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final — until Kylian Mbappe joined him following the World Cup final — and made more than appearances for West Ham. Sadly, the other members of the team who played in the final have since passed away. Following his fall at the care home, Sir Bobby was transferred to Macclesfield General Hospital and placed on end-of-life care, dying five days later aged

66 world cup winners still alive

We have more newsletters. Charlton, 86, was part of England's side that conquered the world in And, following Charlton's death, only one member of the squad is still alive: Hurst. Helmut Haller opened the scoring for West Germany, before Hurst notched the first of his three to fire England level. England finished the 90 minutes level with the West Germans, after Wolfgang Weber silenced the crowd with an equaliser in the 89th minute. Hurst was the man of the moment in extra-time, netting to send England ahead in the st minute. It was perhaps the most controversial goal the World Cup has seen, with the debate if the ball crossed the line raging on to this day. And Hurst sealed England's only major trophy, and his hat-trick, in the final moments with some people memorably on the pitch. What is your favourite Bobby Charlton moment? Let us know in the comments section below. On Saturday, Manchester United said in a statement: "Manchester United are in mourning following the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest and most beloved players in the history of our club. By Will Schofield Sports Reporter. For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter More Newsletters. Subscribe Please enter a valid email Something went wrong, please try again later. More Newsletters.

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By Michael Pavitt For Mailonline. The death of Sir Bobby Charlton at the age of 86 leaves just one surviving member from the England team that started the World Cup final win over Germany. Hat-trick hero Sir Geoff Hurst is now the only living player from the side that famously defeated West Germany after extra time at Wembley. Sir Bobby's death was confirmed on Saturday by his family. His family would like to pass on their thanks to everyone who has contributed to his care and for the many people who have loved and supported him.

By Adam Shergold for MailOnline. The death of Roger Hunt at the age of 83 leaves just three surviving members from the England team that won the World Cup in It remains England's only major tournament triumph, though Gareth Southgate 's current crop were agonisingly close to beating Italy in the Euro final this summer. Hunt started the '66 final in attack, but his industrious performance was always likely to be overshadowed by the hat-trick scored by his strike partner Hurst. However, Hunt netted three times during the tournament - once in the win over Mexico in the group stage and twice in the victory over France by the same scoreline that followed it. He is a club legend at Liverpool, where he scored goals in matches and remains their all-time leading scorer in league competition. The victorious England team celebrate with the Jules Rimet Trophy. Fans affectionately referred to Hunt as 'Sir Roger' even though he was never knighted.

66 world cup winners still alive

Sport Football. Manchester United announced on Saturday, October 21, that one of their greatest ever players had died at the age of He earned international caps and scored 49 goals. He made more than appearances for the club, scoring goals, and helped guide United to European Cup success in and three first division titles. England's World Cup Final win against West Germany remains the pinnacle of footballing achievement in the country. Here's what happened to England's World Cup heroes after the final

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The victorious England team celebrate with the Jules Rimet Trophy. Banks died aged 81 in Midfielder Stiles ended up with 28 England caps but went on to rack up appearances for Manchester United before a move to Middlesbrough in His family would like to pass on their thanks to everyone who has contributed to his care and for the many people who have loved and supported him. Newcastle United FC. A World Cup winner on the A n inquest has heard Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton died following an accidental fall at a care home in Cheshire. He was awarded an MBE in , and news of his death was announced on December 23, Football fans on 'best away day ever' drink booze from full pub optics on packed train. Bobby Moore - One of the finest defenders to ever play the game, Moore captained England to glory in , famously wiping his hands so as not to dirty the Queen's pristine white gloves during the trophy presentation. Pictured: Sir Bobby Charlton attends the unveiling of a stand renamed in his honour in Share your views in the comments below.

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Roger Hunt - Hunt played in all six matches at the tournament, scoring three goals including a brace against France. Another to suffer from Alzheimer's in later life, he died in December aged Share your views in the comments below. England's left-back kept the lowest profile of the winners. Bobby, younger brother to Jack, was a true global icon. Women's football's can of worms: Secret relationships. After his retirement in he turned his hand to coaching with both Luton Town and Leeds United before being offered a role with England. Follow Daily Star. Banks died aged 81 in Jack Charlton, who died in at the age of 85, parades the trophy around Wembley after England's World Cup triumph.