England 1966 World Cup winner George Cohen dies aged 83

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England's 1966 World Cup-winning right back George Cohen has died aged 83, his former club Fulham announced on 23 December. The club remembered him as their greatest-ever player.

Important facts

• Born in Kensington, London (England), in 1939, George Cohen played for Fulham throughout his soccer career.

• He scored six league goals in his 459 appearances between 1956 and 1969.

• His greatest achievement was recorded as winning the 1966 World Cup when England defeated West Germany in the final at Wembley Stadium.

• Cohen helped England emerge victorious and claim their first World Cup title with a 4–2 victory over the opposition.

• He was part of the team's line of defence, which included Ray Wilson, Jack Charlton and captain Bobby Moore.

• In 1964-1967, Cohen represented England in 37 matches. He also served as vice-captain (VC) of Sir Alf Ramsey for the match against West Germany.

• Cohen was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 1976 and struggled with the illness for 14 years.