Right Back In Opening Draw
Starts at right-back as England face Uruguay in the opening match, forming part of a defence that prevents the South American side from scoring.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
George Cohen Biography and Timeline
Follow George Cohen through 4 dated historical records for Great Britain.
George Cohen, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1966–1966Years on this page
1966
Completes Every England Final Stage Match
Finishes England's winning tournament as the first-choice right-back, playing throughout the campaign and starting the decisive final against West Germany.
World Cup Winner
George Cohen plays at right-back throughout England’s victorious home tournament. Against West Germany at Wembley, he supplies disciplined cover behind the midfield and finishes as a world champion.
International Caps
Plays at right-back for England in the 1966 World Cup final, supporting attacks while helping contain West Germany's forwards.
Records, sources and methodology
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