Nobby Stiles

The toothless tiger's tenacious tackling and dancing celebration after the 1966 World Cup final became defining images of England's greatest triumph. Stiles' man-marking job on Eusébio in the semi-final epitomised his selfless approach that made teammates better. His 28 England caps brought World Cup glory while his Manchester United career yielded two league titles and the 1968 European Cup. The Collyhurst midfielder's combative style and visible passion made him fans' favourite despite lacking teammates' superior technique. His later work coaching and his battle with dementia brought attention to football's duty of care to former players. Stiles' death in 2020 reduced the Boys of '66 further, his contribution to England's only triumph forever cherished. Shop genuine hand-signed Nobby Stiles memorabilia at A1 Sporting Memorabilia, featuring authenticated England and Manchester United items from the toothless tiger of '66.