Geoff Hurst
England vs. Belgium all-time combined XI: Who makes the cut alongside Bobby Moore, Kevin De Bruyne?
Ahead of England's clash with Belgium on Tuesday, Sports Mole compiles an all-time greatest XI of players to have represented either nation.
Mar 25, 18:01
West Ham United vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Dec 21, 21:21
Messi, Haaland, Mbappe - the top five candidates for the 2023 Ballon d'Or
Ahead of Monday's 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the top five contenders for this year's prestigious accolade.
Oct 28, 11:39
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton dies aged 86
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton dies at the age of 86.
Oct 21, 16:03
A tribute to Pele: The 'King of Football' and a pioneer of greatness
Following the death of Pele at the age of 82, Sports Mole looks back on the Brazilian icon's career and why he is regarded as the original greatest ever.
Dec 30, 12:28
Brazil legend and football icon Pele dies, aged 82
Brazil icon Pele, one of the greatest footballers of all time, dies in Brazil at the age of 82 following a battle with colon cancer.
Dec 29, 19:06
England World Cup winner George Cohen dies, aged 83
England's World Cup-winning right-back and one-club Fulham legend George Cohen dies at the age of 83.
Dec 23, 10:52
Top 10 World Cup final goals of all time: Where do Di Maria, Mbappe strikes rank?
Following stunning goals from Angel Di Maria and Kylian Mbappe in the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest strikes in the history of the fixture.
Dec 19, 20:17
Top 10 World Cup finals of all time: Where does the 2022 thriller rank?
Following an all-time classic finale to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest World Cup finals of all time.
Dec 19, 17:39
World Cup 2022 Team of the Tournament - Messi, Mbappe, Gvardiol
Sports Mole selects its World Cup 2022 Team of the Tournament, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Josko Gvardiol.
Dec 19, 10:05
Didier Deschamps remains tight-lipped on France future after World Cup final
France manager Didier Deschamps refuses to discuss his future following Les Bleus' World Cup final defeat to Argentina on penalties.
Dec 18, 22:04
Kylian Mbappe breaks record for most World Cup final goals
France forward Kylian Mbappe sets a new record for the most goals scored in World Cup final courtesy of his hat-trick in their defeat to Argentina in Qatar.
Dec 18, 21:53
Match Analysis: Argentina 3-3 France (Argentina win 4-2 on penalties) - highlights, man of the match, stats
Sports Mole provides highlights, man of the match and stats from Argentina's incredible penalty shootout victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final.
Dec 18, 19:30
Lionel Messi wins second Golden Ball, Kylian Mbappe secures Golden Boot
Argentina's Lionel Messi wins the Golden Ball award as France striker Kylian Mbappe scoops the Golden Boot award at the 2022 World Cup.
Dec 18, 19:14
Sir Geoff Hurst congratulates Kylian Mbappe on World Cup final hat-trick
France striker Kylian Mbappe is congratulated by Sir Geoff Hurst after scoring the second World Cup final hat-trick against Argentina.
Dec 18, 18:53
The Top 10 World Cup finals ever
Ahead of Qatar 2022's grand finale, Sports Mole selects the top 10 World Cup finals since the first took place back in 1930.
Dec 17, 18:30
Top 10 World Cup final goals of all time
Sports Mole picks out our top 10 goals in World Cup finals ahead of Sunday's clash between Argentina and France.
Dec 17, 11:44
Top 10 greatest games in World Cup history
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole takes a look at the top 10 greatest games in the tournament's history.
Nov 18, 10:28
Top 10 most controversial World Cup moments of all time
In preparation for one of the most controversial World Cups of all time, Sports Mole looks back on the 10 most controversial moments in tournament's history.
Nov 17, 15:52
England's greatest ever World Cup XI
Ahead of the World Cup in Qatar starting later this month, Sports Mole selects its greatest ever England XI based solely on World Cup performances.
Nov 7, 13:24
A closer look at England's record in major tournament finals
Ahead of Sunday's Women's Euro 2022 final between England and Germany, Sports Mole looks at the record of previous senior England teams in major tournament finals.
Jul 28, 14:11
Five most memorable matches between England and Germany
Sports Mole takes a look at five of the most memorable matches between England and Germany ahead of Tuesday's UEFA Nations League clash.
Jun 7, 15:05
Roger Hunt dies aged 83 - where are England's World Cup winners now?
The class of 1966 still remain the only England side to lift a trophy at a major tournament.
Sep 28, 12:48
A look at some of the standout meetings between England and Germany
There have been some classic encounters between the teams.
Jun 24, 14:38
England Euro 2020 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of this summer's Euros, Sports Mole previews England's chances as they bid to lift the trophy for the first time.
Jun 10, 10:00
Sir Geoff Hurst "completely understands" reluctance over dementia studies
Five of Sir Geoff Hurst's England teammates from 1966 have been affected by dementia.
Mar 16, 15:18
Sir Geoff Hurst admits dementia fears following teammate cases
World Cup winners Ray Wilson, Martin Peters, Jack Charlton and Nobby Stiles have died with the neurological disease.
Dec 1, 13:31
Nobby Stiles's son: 'Former players are struggling and need help'
Former Manchester United and England midfielder Nobby Stiles died aged 78 last month.
Nov 18, 17:25
Sir Geoff Hurst supports ban on children heading footballs
The 1966 World Cup-winner said he hopes to donate his brain to dementia research after his death.
Nov 18, 08:20
West Ham granted permission to erect Moore, Hurst, Peters statue
The England trio helped the Hammers win the 1965 European Cup Winners' Cup.
Nov 13, 12:19
A look back at the careers of England's 1966 World Cup luminaries
Nobby Stiles has died at the age of 78.
Oct 30, 17:07
West Ham reveal plans for statue of Geoff Hurst, Bobby Moore and Martin Peters
It will be unveiled as part of the club's 125th anniversary celebrations.
Jun 30, 12:54
On This Day: Frank Lampard's 'goal' that changed everything
Uruguayan referee Jorge Larrionda failed to spot that the ball was well over the line when England trailed Germany 2-1 on June 27, 2010.
Jun 27, 06:01
Sheffield United join list of football's famous ghost goals
Villa keeper Orjan Nyland looked to have carried the ball over the line from a free-kick.
Jun 17, 20:00
1966 World Cup final: Who were England's World Cup-winning XI?
Ahead of the 1966 World Cup final being replayed in full, Sports Mole looks at who featured for England on their greatest ever day.
Jun 7, 10:18
1966 World Cup final: Who took part? What was the score? Where was it held?
Sports Mole answers the key questions surrounding the 1966 World Cup final ahead of it being replayed in support of the National Emergencies Trust Coronavirus Appeal.
Jun 7, 09:00
1966 World Cup final: The story of the game as England beat West Germany
Ahead of a re-run of the entire 1966 World Cup final, Sports Mole looks back at the story of the match which gave England their greatest ever sporting moment.
Jun 7, 08:30
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on June 3
Sports Mole rounds up the latest coronavirus news from across the world of sport.
Jun 3, 23:39
