Geoff Hurst is a former English footballer, best known for his remarkable performance in the 1966 FIFA World Cup. He played as a forward for the England national team and is famous for scoring a hat-trick in the final match against West Germany, leading England to their first World Cup victory. Hurst spent most of his club career at West Ham United, where he became a prominent player. After retiring from professional football, he worked as a manager and had a successful career in coaching. Hurst remains a celebrated figure in English football history.