Goodison's World Cup history at St Luke's this w/end

Goodison's World Cup history to be celebrated at St Luke's church this weekend

Special exhibition of photographs, articles and DVDs will pay tribute to epic sequence of games in 1966




Picture taken by ECHO photographer Stephen Shakeshaft of Eusebio having a drink during the 1966 World Cup at Goodison Park

Goodison Park's role during the 1966 World Cup will be celebrated at St Luke’s Church on Saturday, by the Everton Heritage Society.



A special exhibition of photographs, articles and DVDs highlighting the role of Goodison during the tournament will be on display.



Goodison hosted five games during the tournament, including Brazil’s group matches, a famous quarter-final between Portugal and North Korea and the semi-final clash between West Germany and Russia.



Legendary Portuguese marksman Eusebio later said: “Goodison Park is for me the best stadium in my life.”


Eusebio is tackled by a South Korean player at Goodison Park during the 1966 World Cup


Blues legend Kevin Sheedy will be signing copies of his new autobiography in the church ahead of the visit of Manchester City (between 4pm and 5pm) while also on display will be memorabilia relating to the day’s visitors Manchester City, a display celebrating Alex ‘Sandy’ Young and a raffle for a signed team shirt, with the draw made at 5pm. Admission is free to all fans from both sides.