: Watch: From 1966 Fifa World Cup final to twin semis in 1990s – the best England vs Germany matches #IndiaNEWS England’s rivalry with Germany will be rekindled on Tuesday in a blockbuster Euro 2020

Watch: From 1966 Fifa World Cup final to twin semis in 1990s – the best England vs Germany matches #IndiaNEWS
England’s rivalry with Germany will be rekindled on Tuesday in a blockbuster Euro 2020 last-16 clash at Wembley.The greatest day in the Three Lions’ history came against West Germany at the same stadium in 1966 but since then England have never beaten the four-time world champions in a knockout match at a major tournament.Here’s a look at five classic clashes that fostered a historic rivalry.1966 - England 4 West Germany 2England are aiming to end 55 years of hurt without winning a major tournament on July 11.Geoff Hurst’s hat-trick in 1966 is part of football folklore in his homeland but not so fondly remembered in Germany due to controversy over the crucial third England goal.After 90 minutes the sides were level at 2-2 thanks to Wolfgang Weber’s last-minute equaliser for the Germans.Hurst’s second goal came when his shot bounced down off the underside of the bar and Tofiq Bahramov, a linesman from Azerbaijan, awarded the goal.Hurst completed his hat-trick in the final minute of extra-time with a strike remembered for Kenneth Wolstenholme’s iconic BBC TV commentary.“Some people are on the pitch, they think it’s all over,??? cried Wolstenholme. “It is now, it’s four!???1970 - England 2 West Germany 3Germany got their revenge four years later...Read more

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