Bobby Moore vs Geoff Hurst
Both England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Bobby Moore
England · 1962–1973 · CB
- Rank in England
- #2 of 33
- Caps · England
- 108 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- West Ham United, Fulham, FC Midtjylland
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1966
England's World Cup-winning captain from 1966, he epitomised defensive elegance and leadership, famously shutting down Pele in 1970. Career record: 108 caps and 2 goals for England; club career at West Ham United, Fulham, FC Midtjylland; honours include FIFA World Cup 1966.
Geoff Hurst
England · 1966–1972 · ST
- Rank in England
- #9 of 33
- Caps · England
- 49 · 24 goals
- Clubs
- West Ham United, Stoke City, West Bromwich Albion
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1966
Wembley, 30 July 1966: with spectators drifting onto the pitch and Kenneth Wolstenholme telling viewers they thought it was all over, he drove in his third goal of the afternoon against West Germany. Career record: 49 caps and 24 goals for England; club career at West Ham United, Stoke City, West Bromwich Albion; honours include FIFA World Cup 1966.
The careers, side by side
Bobby Moore is editorial rank 2 and Geoff Hurst rank 9 in England's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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