Alan Ball red No.7 England 1966 World Cup Final match worn long-sleeved shirt

Alan Ball red No.7 England v. West Germany 1966 World Cup Final match worn long-sleeved shirt, Umbro, with crew-neck collar and embroidered three lion cloth badge

The above was worn by Alan Ball in the 1966 World Cup Final against West Germany played on 30th July at Wembley, England defeating West Germany 4-2

In 1965, at the age of 19, Ball made his International debut for England in a 1-1 draw with Yugoslavia. The following year, Ball became an integral part of England`s 1966 World Cup campaign. At the age of 21 he was the youngest member of the England squad. In the tense World Cup final match, Ball made an outstanding contribution to England`s momentous victory, Alf Ramsey is quoted “You Will Never Play a Better Game In Your Life”. He won and took the corner that led to England`s second goal and in extra-time it was Ball`s pass that set up Geoff Hurst to score England`s controversial third and decisive goal

Provenance:

Convery Auctions: Sporting Memorabilia including Nobby Stiles Collection, 27th October 2010, Lot 144. Alan Ball exchanged shirts with his room mate Nobby Stiles.

Tennants Auctioneers: Toys, Sporting and Collectables, 9th December 2022, Lot 2