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Sir Alfred Ernest Ramsey (22 January 1920 – 28 April 1999) was an English football player and manager. As a player, he represented the England national team and captained the side, but he is best known for his time as England manager from 1963 to 1974, which included guiding them to victory in the 1966 FIFA World Cup.
Duncan Hamilton's book Answered Prayers tells the story of England's 1966 World Cup triumph and its aftermath, focusing on the manager Alf Ramsey. Ramsey was a complex and dedicated figure, loved by his players but mistreated by the FA, who suffered from dementia in his old age.
- Wynn Wheldon
Knighted in 1967, Sir Alf Ramsey passed away in 1999. He was an inaugural inductee to the National Football Museum Hall Of Fame in 2002. Clubs: Southampton, Tottenham (player) / Ipswich, England, Birmingham City (manager) Caps: 32 (3 goals)
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Apr 30, 1999 · The former England manager who led the team to win the 1966 World Cup passed away at 79 in 1999. Read tributes from Prime Minister Blair, Sir Bobby Charlton and other players who shared the glory with him.
Apr 28, 2015 · Sir Alf Ramsey, England’s World Cup-winning manager, passed away on 28 April 1999 after suffering a heart attack in a Suffolk nursing home. He was 79 years old. Born in Dagenham, Essex, on 22 January 1920, he became a top-class player, serving Southampton and Spurs with distinction and was capped 32 times for England at right-back, three ...
Apr 30, 1999 · The Independent pays tribute to the late soccer supremo who faced many challenges and controversies in his career. Read about his achievements, his loyalty, his style and his legacy in this obituary.
Apr 30, 1999 · Sir Alf Ramsey was the England manager who led the team to win the 1966 World Cup, fulfilling his promise of 1962-63. He also introduced a strong sense of independence and pride in the national team, but faced criticism for his formation and style.
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