Geoff Hurst vs Wayne Rooney
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.
Wayne Rooney
England · 2003–2018 · SS
- Rank in England
- #7 of 33
- Caps · England
- 120 · 53 goals
- Clubs
- Everton, Manchester United, D.C. United
England and Manchester United's all-time leading scorer, his ferocious shot and all-around attacking prowess made him a truly complete forward. Career record: 120 caps and 53 goals for England; club career at Everton, Manchester United, D.C. United.
The careers, side by side
Geoff Hurst is editorial rank 9 and Wayne Rooney rank 7 in England's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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