1966
International Caps
Plays at right-back for England in the 1966 World Cup final, supporting attacks while helping contain West Germany's forwards.
Football playing history
George Cohen
Explore 4 football history records associated with George Cohen, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1966 July 11th
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.
1966 July 30th
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.
1966 July 30th
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.