The 1966 FIFA World Cup, the eighth staging of the World Cup, was held in England from 11 July to 30 July. In 1966 FIFA World Cup the Jules Rimet trophy was stolen from an exhibition display. Eight cities hosted the tournament. The FA commissioned used a replica cup in case the original cup was not found in time. This replica is held at the English National Football Museum in Preston, where it is on display. England won the final, beating West Germany 4–2. England received the recovered Jules Rimet trophy from Queen Elizabeth II and was crowned World Cup winners for the first time.
England Team Celebration in 1966
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