English footballer and captain who led England to World Cup victory in 1966, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time.
Robert Frederick Chelsea Moore was born in Barking, Essex on 12 April 1941. He joined West Ham United's academy and became captain at age 22. His reading of the game, composure under pressure and immaculate timing in the tackle set him apart as the finest defender of his generation. He captained England to their only World Cup triumph in 1966 and was named the tournament's best player. He made 108 appearances for England and 644 for West Ham, winning the FA Cup in 1964 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1965. Pelé described him as the greatest defender he ever played against. After leaving West Ham in 1974, he had brief spells at Fulham and in the NASL. He tragically died of bowel cancer on 24 February 1993, aged 51.
Captaining England to 1966 World Cup victory
Pelé described him as the greatest defender he ever played against, and after their World Cup encounter in 1970, the two exchanged shirts in one of football's most iconic images.
Did You Know?How They Played
Elegant ball-playing centre-back with exceptional reading of the game
Lasting Impact
Regarded as one of the greatest defenders and captains in football history
Career Honours
- World Cup 1966
- FA Cup 1964
- European Cup Winners' Cup 1965
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Ham United | 1958–1974 | 108 | 2 | #6 |
| Fulham | 1974–1977 | 401 | 63 | #3 |
| Seattle Sounders | 1978–1978 | 7 | 1 | #3 |
 England | — | 108 | 2 | — |