Sporting legends : Geoff Hurst - details & video of Eng star who bought England a world cup

 



Geoff Hurst is a former English footballer best known for his heroics in the 1966 World Cup. Born on December 8, 1941, he played as a striker. Hurst's defining moment came in the World Cup final against West Germany, where he scored a historic hat-trick, securing England's 4-2 victory. His achievements include 499 career goals, and he played for clubs like West Ham United. Hurst's contributions to English football earned him a lasting legacy.


Geoff Hurst had a notable football career, primarily playing as a striker. Here's a detailed overview:


1. **Early Career:**

   - Hurst was born on December 8, 1941, in Ashton-under-Lyne, England.

   - He began his professional career with West Ham United, making his debut in 1959.


2. **West Ham United (1959–1972):**

   - Hurst spent the majority of his career at West Ham.

   - He played a key role in West Ham's success, winning the FA Cup in 1964 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1965.

   - The pinnacle of his club career was the 1965-66 season when West Ham won the FA Cup, and Hurst played a crucial role.


3. **International Success - 1966 World Cup:**

   - Geoff Hurst's most famous moment came in the 1966 World Cup.

   - In the final against West Germany, he scored a historic hat-trick, becoming the first and only player to achieve this feat in a World Cup final.

   - England won the World Cup, and Hurst's performance secured his place in football history.


4. **Later Career:**

   - After leaving West Ham in 1972, Hurst played for various clubs, including Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion.

   - He retired from professional football in 1976.



5. **Managerial Career:**

   - After retiring as a player, Hurst pursued a career in management.

   - He managed clubs like Chelsea and Kuwait SC, as well as the England U-21 national team.


6. **Honors and Recognition:**

   - Geoff Hurst was awarded the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 1975.

   - In 1998, he was knighted for his services to football.


7. **Post-Retirement Contributions:**

   - Hurst remained involved in football through various roles, including punditry and ambassadorial positions.


Geoff Hurst's legacy is immortalized by his extraordinary performance in the 1966 World Cup, making him one of England's football legends.


Below is the West Germany vs England epic final of 1966 in which Hurst scored a hattrick including that controversial goal which according to many did not cross the goal line but the referee ruled it as a valid goal 


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