Bobby Moore - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 12, 1941 |
|---|---|
| Died | February 24, 1993 (age 51) |
| Birthplace | Barking, Essex, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Captain of England’s 1966 FIFA World Cup-winning team; legendary football (soccer) defender |
Intro
Bobby Moore was an English professional footballer best known for captaining the England national team to victory in the 1966 FIFA World Cup. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders in the history of football, he had a distinguished club career, notably with West Ham United.
Early Life & Background
Bobby Moore was born in Barking, Essex, England. He displayed footballing talent from a young age, joining West Ham United as a schoolboy and signing professional forms with the club in 1956. He made his first-team debut for West Ham in 1958.
Career Highlights
- Captained England to their only FIFA World Cup victory in 1966
- Played over 500 games for West Ham United (1958–1974)
- Named Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year (1964)
- Inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame (2002)
- Regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football history
Trivia
- Was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1967
- Died of cancer at the age of 51 in 1993
- The Bobby Moore Stand at Wembley Stadium is named in his honor
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bobby Moore born?
Bobby Moore was born the 12 April 1941.
Where is Bobby Moore from?
Barking, Essex, England.
On His Birth-Day
About April 12th, 1941, in brief:
- Historical events: During World War II, German military forces entered Belgrade, marking a significant moment in the Axis powers' invasion and occupation of Yugoslavia.
- Day of the week: April 12th, 1941 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- Popular movie: Tenebre directed by Dario Argento
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