Gordon Banks
Gordon Banks, OBE (born in Sheffield, December 30, 1937) is considered by many to be one of the best soccer goalkeepers in history. He played a pivotal role in England's World Cup winning team of 1966.He played with the following clubs:
1955-59 Chesterfield F.C.
1959-67 Leicester City F.C.
1967-72 Stoke City F.C.
1977-78 Fort Lauderdale Strikers
1980 Manager Telford United
He was awarded the OBE in 1972, a few months prior to losing the sight in one eye in a road traffic accident.
Many pundits, especially in Britain, credit Banks with making the best save ever. It came during the 1970 World Cup in a game against Brazil when Pelé executed a downward header, which Banks contrived to scoop away over the crossbar with astonishing agility.
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