Geoff Hurst vs Gordon Banks
Both England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
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.
The careers, side by side
Geoff Hurst is editorial rank 9 and Gordon Banks rank 3 in England's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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