Fans gather to celebrate 1966 World Cup win at Hendon Hall

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Fans gather to celebrate 1966 World Cup win at Hendon Hall
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Three spectators from England's 1966 World Cup final victory reminisced at a special event in Hendon Hall, London, marking nearly 60 years since the historic win. The attendees relived the moments of England's 4-2 defeat of West Germany in the final, sharing personal anecdotes and reflecting on the atmosphere in Wembley Stadium. The gathering featured a screening of the match along with a display of World Cup memorabilia, stirring emotions and memories from that day. Many remembered the drama of the game, including the controversial second goal by Geoff Hurst. The event took place during Care Home Open Week, allowing residents and guests to connect through this shared history.

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  • •Event held at Hendon Hall, former hotel and now care home.
  • •Attendees included Geoff Cohen, Sidney Perez, and Peter Lawrence.
  • •Highlight of the day was a match screening of England's 4-2 victory.
  • •Memories included the tension of West Germany's last-minute equalizer.
  • •Screening brought back iconic commentary and nostalgia for the attendees.
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Three men who saw England's 4-2 World Cup final win over West Germany in 1966 relive the moment.

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