1965
Debut
Hunter made his debut for the England team in 1965, but the partnership between Charlton and Bobby Moore meant that he spent much of his international career as an understudy, winning 28 caps in total
Football player and manager history
Norman Hunter
Explore 10 football history records associated with Norman Hunter, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1966 July 30th
World Cup Winner
Norman Hunter is called into England’s defensive unit for the 1966 World Cup after excelling at Leeds United. He does not take the field, but shares the achievement of the 22-man championship squad.
1968
Cup Final Defensive Partnership
Partners Jack Charlton in the Leeds defence and helps deny Arsenal an equaliser during the League Cup final at Wembley.
1969
First Division Championship
Leeds wiin the First Division Championship
1970
World Cup
Selected for Alf Ramseys squad for the summers World Cup in Mexico, coming on as a substitute in the 3-2 defeat by West Germany.
1970 June 14th
Hunter Comes On Against West Germany
Norman Hunter replaces Martin Peters late in normal time, shortly before West Germany equalise to make the score 2-2.
1972
Injured Teammate Medal Assistance
Helps injured teammate Mick Jones collect his winner's medal after Leeds United defeats Arsenal in the 1972 FA Cup final.
1974
Player of the Year
Hunter is the very first winner of the PFA Players Player of the Year award, receiving it at the end of the 1973-74 season
1974
Second Title Winning Defence
Anchors the Leeds United back line during the 1973-74 First Division campaign, which ends with the club's second league championship.
1988 September 28th
Manager
Appointed manager of Leeds United