The Heroes of World Cup 1966

Football is today a significant part of every culture. It is a language without borders. Football can fulfill what people need when it comes to excitement. Today, football in general and the World Cup in particular are means to connect people together, regardless of their race, religion, job, social class, or nationality. In 1966, when the whole world had its eye on England for the World Cup, I had not been born yet. However, it became my favorite World Cup as I grew older and turned into an enthusiastic football fan. World Cup 1966 was a tremendous event that united people across the globe at a time when the world was torn apart between the capitalist and Communist parties, a time when peace seemed like an unreachable dream, a time when your skin color decided your faith, and a time when Vietnam was losing her children to a never-ending war. World Cup 1966 offered the world a moment to breathe! It was the first time the tournament was broadcast on live television, providing millions of football fans the opportunity to forget about their problems for a little while. Four hundred million people worldwide witnessed the moment when England, the mother of modern football, was crowned the champion. It was the victory that still remains England's most celebrated victory in football. by retelling this story, I hope to bring back a part of these unforgettable memories.