1966 FIFA World Cup — England.
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The 1966 FIFA World Cup was hosted by England (11–30 July 1966) with 16 teams. Champion: England. The final was England 4–2 West Germany (a.e.t.) at Wembley, London. Top scorer: Eusébio (9).
The story of 1966
England's only World Cup, on home soil. Geoff Hurst scored the only hat-trick in a final, including the still-debated "did it cross the line?" goal off the crossbar. Eusébio's Portugal lit up the tournament; North Korea stunned Italy. Bobby Moore lifted the trophy at Wembley.
Edition facts
| Host | England |
| Dates | 11–30 July 1966 |
| Teams | 16 |
| Format | Groups → knockout |
| Champion | England |
| Runner-up | West Germany |
| Final | England 4–2 West Germany (a.e.t.) |
| Final venue | Wembley, London |
| Third place | Portugal |
| Top scorer | Eusébio (9) |
| Best player (Golden Ball) | Bobby Charlton |
| Official mascot | World Cup Willie |
| Official ball | Slazenger Challenge |
| Total attendance | 1,563,135 |
| Total goals | 89 |
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