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Geoffrey Hurst
| Football player, coach Date of Birth: 08.12.1941 Country: Great Britain |
Content:
- Biography of Sir Geoffrey Charles Hurst
- Football Career
- International Career
- Later Career and Achievements
- Legacy
- Personal Life
Biography of Sir Geoffrey Charles Hurst
Early Life and CareerSir Geoffrey Charles Hurst, known as Jeff Hurst, was born on December 8, 1941, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, England.
He grew up in a football-loving family, with his father Charles being a former professional player.
Sir Geoff Hurst lost his brother to suicide, his eldest daughter to cancer and ended up on the dole years after guiding England to World Cup final glory.
At the age of 16, Hurst was recommended to West Ham United by Jack Redfern, which was a turning point in his football career. However, it was Ron Greenwood, the coach of the London club, who played the most significant role in shaping Hurst into a world-class forward.
Football Career
Hurst played for West Ham United from 1959 to 1972, making a total of 499 appearances and scoring 248 goals.
He also had brief stints at Stoke City, Cape Town (South Africa),