BBCNEWS BBC News July 13, 2024
Martin peters who scored englands second goal in the 1966 World Cup Final against west germany, has died aged 76. Hed been diagnosed with alzheimers disease. Martin peters spent a large part of his career at west ham. The club released a statement on their website announcing his death saying, the 1966 world cup winner passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of saturday morning, following a long and courageous battle with illness. Tributes from current and former players have been paid to Martin Peters. On twitter, Martin Peters World Cup Winning Team mate sir geoff hurst said, t...