stevegods 783 Posted February 12 What a goalie - what a person . Gordon Banks: World Cup winning goalkeeper dies aged 81 17 minutes ago Watch: Banks makes wonder save to deny Pele at 1970 World Cup England's 1966 World Cup-winning goalkeeper Gordon Banks has died aged 81. Regarded as one of the game's greatest in his position, Banks was named Fifa goalkeeper of the year six times and earned 73 caps for England. He is perhaps best known for his wonder save from Pele during the 1970 World Cup against Brazil. Born in Sheffield, he won the League Cup with Stoke and Leicester, before retiring in 1973. "It is with great sadness that we announce that Gordon passed away peacefully overnight," his family said. "We are devastated to lose him but we have so many happy memories and could not have been more proud of him." Obituary: '66 legend who denied Pele with wonder save four years later Reaction and tributes to Gordon Banks BBC Sounds replay: Gordon Banks' Save England and Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling was among the first to pay tribute, tweeting: "Of course there was that save, but it's so much more we are mourning today. RIP Gordon Banks. England legend, your legacy will live on." Former England striker Gary Lineker said: "An absolute hero of mine, and countless others, England's World Cup winner was one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, and such a lovely, lovely man." "A World Cup winner, a legend. RIP Gordon Banks," tweeted Leicester and England defender Harry Maguire, while Watford keeper Ben Foster said: "Had the pleasure of meeting you as an 18-year old-with my Dad, and him being completely star struck by you. Total gent. You will always be a member of the Goallys Union." 3 RUDZY, Soul Hippy and jkpnefc reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve S 60 8,037 Posted February 12 Sad news. RIP Gordon. No doubt a childhood hero to many on here. 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyn pitt 2,060 Posted February 12 Sad news, one of the greatest keepers I have seen play, RIP Gordon, condolences to his family Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RICK SCOTT 668 Posted February 12 (edited) So sad the Gordon has passed on, Yes as mentioned he will be remembered by many an Oldie on here but if the younger ones on here want to see why he was so revered as such a legend goal keeper look up some of the amazing saves he pulled out of the can until an eye injury cut short the career of an amazing goal keeper and a True Gent, Shame he never received a Knighthood as he had a Brazilian Citizenship, Sad day indeed Rest In Peace Gordon Banks Edited February 12 by RICK SCOTT wrong information deleted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leicester boy 246 Posted February 12 A true gent and legend. 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevegods 783 Posted February 12 It was my impression the Peter Bonetti was “ The Cat “ , stand to be corrected but that Chelsea team was my boyhood second team . Banks played on for many years with one one eye and was a real true gent of the game ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RICK SCOTT 668 Posted February 12 (edited) 6 minutes ago, stevegods said: It was my impression the Peter Bonetti was “ The Cat “ , stand to be corrected but that Chelsea team was my boyhood second team . Banks played on for many years with one one eye and was a real true gent of the game ! Yes Thinking about it you may well be right, My memory isn't what it used to be, Thank you for pointing it out, Rick Edited February 12 by RICK SCOTT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leicester boy 246 Posted February 12 Bonetti was a great keeper but no gordon banks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spain pete 1,115 Posted February 12 Bonetti ( the cat ) was a very good keeper but banks kept him on the bench . Is Roger banks the dj the son of Gordon ?( I'm sure someone introduced me to him once ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shinehead 1,495 Posted February 12 52 minutes ago, Spain pete said: Bonetti ( the cat ) was a very good keeper but banks kept him on the bench . Is Roger banks the dj the son of Gordon ?( I'm sure someone introduced me to him once ) His nephew is the Pulp drummer Nick Banks. 1 Spain pete reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Soulfusion 85 Posted February 12 A true footballing legend and a nice man to boot apparently RIP 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyn pitt 2,060 Posted February 12 1 hour ago, Spain pete said: Is Roger banks the dj the son of Gordon ?( I'm sure someone introduced me to him once ) No Pete, Gordon's Son Bob however is, he used to DJ at Keele back in the 90's 2 Spain pete and spook reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazylegs 398 Posted February 12 Our thoughts and condolences to Bob and the family. Rest In Peace Mr Banks Sharron & Steve x 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monny1916 70 Posted February 12 He well may be because he always keeps one eye on his records rip Gordon only talking about you last Sunday Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
colouredman 465 Posted February 12 A true legend; R.I.P; Maximum respect. Condolences to his family. His son Bob is one of us; a Rare Soul lover. A big heartfelt shout out to you Bob at this difficult time; our thoughts are with you and your family. 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zed1 2,507 Posted February 12 RIP Gordon. Simply The Best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mark soul 158 Posted February 12 one word quality RIP gordon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucky one 116 Posted February 12 The best goalkeeper from the games best period simple as that. Rip Gordon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
douglaschip 180 Posted February 12 Absolute class - I was lucky enough to do some coaching with him in the 80's and the first thing he did was make myself and a couple of the other coaches a cup tea. No airs and graces - just a gentleman!! RIP Gordon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spook 244 Posted February 12 (edited) Gordon you were a true gentleman. Thanks for all the memories especially the penalty save from Geoff Hurst at Upton Park. R I P Goodnight and God bless Edited February 12 by spook add photo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jkpnefc 152 Posted February 13 (edited) Edited February 13 by jkpnefc 1 spook reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ezzie brown 272 Posted February 13 proper old fashioned gentleman and great footballer rip ..mr banks 1 Tony Foster reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
