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Bobby Moore vs Gordon Banks

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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.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Honours · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q191492
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Gordon Banks

England · 1963–1972 · GK

Rank in England
#3 of 33
Caps · England
73 · 0 goals
Clubs
Leicester City, Stoke City, Fort Lauderdale Strikers
Honours
FIFA World Cup 1966

The legendary World Cup winner made one of the most iconic saves in history against Pelé in 1970, forever cementing his place as one of football's greatest goalkeepers. Career record: 73 caps and 0 goals for England; club career at Leicester City, Stoke City, Fort Lauderdale Strikers; honours include FIFA World Cup 1966.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Honours · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q213879
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