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1966 World Cup final ever did. In an interview with The Telegraph, the 80-year-old footballing legend said older generations are often “nervous” about embracing technology. The former England striker admitted he often relies on the assistance of his son-in-law and granddaughter to help navigate the world of apps, video calls and smartphones.

EXCLUSIVE: The extraordinary exploits of convicted fraudster Russell King will be recounted in King of All Cons (WT), a feature doc that has just gone into production. Emmy-nominated Dash Pictures is making the film with Sky in the UK and Matthew Lorenzo Productions, the indie set up by the titular Lorenzo, a former Sky Sports presenter.

Chicken Caesar became the second celebrity to be unmasked on this series of The Masked Singer - but fans say the star was 'robbed' and claim the show is a 'fix'. The hit ITV show returned to screens on Saturday night (January 6) for the second episode of the brand new series.

Without the brilliance of Bobby Charlton, England wouldn’t have that single Word Cup to its name.

Erik ten Hag has paid tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton, describing him as a legend and a giant.

Lionel Messi survived a stunning comeback from Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Kylian Mbappe - who became the first player since Geoff Hurst to score a hat trick in the final - to lead Argentina to World Cup glory in a dramatic Qatar 2022 final with a penalty shoot-out win.

Cheeky Ally McCoist has hailed France's World Cup hero Kylian Mbappe - but the Scotland hero couldn't resists a cheeky swipe at England during the showpiece.

England's only World Cup victory over West Germany in 1966. 32.3million people tuned in to watch Sir Geoff Hurst & co beat the Germans 4-2 at the Old Wembley.Hurst's third of the game, and England's fourth, is perhaps the most famous moment in English footballing history.

Erik ten Hag is certainly a man on a mission at Manchester United. He banished McFred - the midfield partnership of Scott McTominay and Fred - the formation has evolved, and he has completely overhauled a disjointed, awkward playing style for a more free flowing and fluid system.

READ MORE: Trevor Sinclair taken off air by talkSPORT after controversial 'racism' Queen tweetShe delivered the line that will go down in history "Good Evening, Mr Bond" before a crafty stunt double parachuted down from a helicopter flying over the stadium in Stratford ahead of the Queen herself staking her seat, with Prince Philip by her side.The sketch, put together by Danny Boyle, was even kept under wraps from the rest of the Royal Family, with it playing a major part in the ceremony which has gone down in the history of the United Kingdom.What's your favourite sporting memory of the Queen? Let us know in the comments sectionRolling back the years to when England famously won the 1966 World Cup on home turf, the photo of the Queen handing over the trophy to England captain Bobby Moore after their heroic 4-2 win over West Germany has been immortalised and is one of the most iconic images in the history of the country. Even in the moment of a lifetime, Moore still had a keen eye for etiquette as he met Her Majesty.

Sky has greenlit documentaries on England World Cup winner Geoff Hurst, serial killer Fred West and music producer Phil Spector. Scroll down for the full slate below.

READ: New restaurant Brickhouse confirmed for opening in former Mangetout site in SouthendAs the team brought it home in front of the largest crowd in the history of a men's or women's Euros - scenes of celebration broke out across the country. Essex's own celebrities weighed in on the historic occasion as they supported the Lionesses. Sir Geoff Hurst spent most of his childhood in Essex and is the only man to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final, when England beat West Germany.

Lionesses have ended 56 years of hurt after beating Germany 2-1 in an unforgettable history-making evening at Wembley Stadium.Just like in 1966, it took extra-time to separate the two sides, with Chloe Kelly emulating Sir Geoff Hurst with a late winner - her first ever international goal - by poking home from a few yards out following an England set-piece. The 24-year-old whipped off her shirt in celebration, earning herself world's most welcomed yellow card in the history of English football.87,000 fans erupted as the full-time whistle blew as England's women secured their first ever triumph in a major international tournament.READ MORE: Lionesses fans fume at 'ridiculous' snub of backheel hero Alessia Russo for Euros finalThe Lionesses were worthy winners too, dominating the match the off.

Daily Star pushed the boat out on a PICTURE EXCLUSIVE about Wayne Rooney. The lifelong Evertonian and then Manchester United striker was revealed to have a Liverpool tattoo on his arm after losing a bet. The yarn went that Rooney was so confident he’d score for United against Liverpool that he’d bet a friend he would get the tattoo if he didn’t.

Dan Walker, 44, has penned an emotional tribute to Shane Warne after the cricketer’s death was confirmed on Friday.The Australian legend died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52. Heartbroken Dan wrote on Twitter: “Genuinely can’t believe the sad news about the death of Shane Warne.“He came on BBC Breakfast just a couple of weeks ago and was as effervescent as ever.

England World Cup hero Geoff Hurst. Hurst, who turns 80 today, is one of the many thousands of people in the UK who preach the gospel of Joe Wicks.The former West Ham man likes to keep fit by completing one of the Body Coach's famed home workouts each day.

England's 1966 World Cup hero Sir Geoff Hurst had to be fitted with a pacemaker during emergency surgery last month following a check-up with a specialist.The 79-year-old former West Ham striker was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation before the operation, a condition that causes an irregular and either slow or fast heartbeat.While the condition is not life threatening, a pacemaker can be fitted to send an electrical charge to ensure the heart beats at the right pace in future.Sir Geoff, who remains the only male player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final, has now shared details of the procedure and mentioned the tragic passing of some of his former England team-mates.Speaking to The Sun, Hurst said: "Life is a lottery."Look at my

Southampton before his massive career switch.But aged 16 his dream of making it ended with a knee injury following a tackle, after which he turned to carpentry.It was a devastating stroke of luck for a player who world cup-winner Alan Ball once tipped to become one of the nation’s biggest talents.Mountain told the Daily Echo: "Alan Ball paid me a few compliments - you can't get better than that."He and Geoff Hurst were watching us train when I was about 12 and he said to my dad 'every ten to 15 years in this country we have a talent that sticks out from the rest and I believe your son may be that talent.'”But Mountain’s fortunes were about to change again when a Page Three girl he was dating passed on details of an audition for an adult

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Aberdeen can get the better of Qarabag over two legs. After a long trip east Stephen Glass' side face a tough first leg of their Europa Conference League play-off and it's not just the opposition with which they'll have to contend.

Noel Gallagher, Mick Jagger, Stormzy and Goldie came together last night (July 11) to host a special party for the final of Euro 2020.England played against Italy at Wembley Stadium in their first major tournament final in 55 years.