Quarter-Final Winner Against Argentina
Heads the only goal in England's tense quarter-final against Argentina, taking the hosts into the semi-finals with a 1-0 victory.
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Geoff Hurst Biography and Timeline
Follow Geoff Hurst through 11 dated historical records for Great Britain.
Geoff Hurst, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1966–1972Years on this page
1966
Equalising Header In World Cup Final
Draws England level after West Germany's early opener, scoring the first of his three goals in the 1966 final and bringing the hosts back into contention.
World Cup Winner
Geoff Hurst becomes the first man to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final as England beat West Germany after extra time.
World Cup Winner
Geoff Hurst scores three times against West Germany in the 1966 final, including two extra-time goals. His striking performance completes England’s 4-2 Wembley victory and secures the world title.
Geoff Hurst West Ham Supporters Honour
Geoff Hurst collects the Hammer of the Year award for his attacking contribution to West Ham United during the 1965–66 season.
Hurst Replaces Injured Greaves
Hurst entered England's starting attack after Greaves was injured and kept his place through the team's successful World Cup final.
1969
Hurst Earns Third Hammer of the Year Award
Geoff Hurst gains another Hammer of the Year award after continuing to lead West Ham United’s frontline with forceful finishing.
1970
Hurst Breaks Romania Deadlock
Geoff Hurst scores the only goal against Romania in the second half, giving England a winning start to the 1970 World Cup group stage.
Hurst Leads England Forward Line Against Brazil
Geoff Hurst starts as England’s centre-forward against Brazil but cannot find a breakthrough against the South American side.
Hurst Reunites With Greaves at West Ham
Hurst became Greaves' teammate at West Ham, bringing together two forwards who had competed for places in England's 1966 team.
1972
Geoff Hurst Leaves West Ham for Stoke
Geoff Hurst departs West Ham United for Stoke City after a long spell as a prolific centre-forward and an integral member of the club’s cup-winning teams.
Records, sources and methodology
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