Where this storyline stands
After lifting the trophy 60 years ago, some still supplemented their income by performing in working men’s clubs and as after dinner speakers With each passing World Cup I am reminded of the times I spent in the company of those wonderful “Boys of 66”. What a privilege it was getting to know them in a much simpler era when, unlike today’s mollycoddled stars, household names remained unaffected by money and fame. Wher
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- 01How it started01 — How it started
England’s 1966 World Cup heroes were fun, humble and unlike today’s stars
What happened
After lifting the trophy 60 years ago, some still supplemented their income by performing in working men’s clubs and as after dinner speakers With each passing World Cup I am reminded of the times I spent in the company of those wonderful “Boys of 66”. What a England’s 1966 World Cup heroes were fun, humble and unlike today’s stars
Why it matters
The result or decision can affect standings, qualification, team strategy and the wider competition. Official competition records remain the primary reference.
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