On this day — 11 Oct
2 football memories for 11 Oct 2026 — years ago today.
Football moments that fell on 11 Oct across the years.
89 years ago today
Sir Bobby Charlton born (1937)
One of the greatest players in the history of the sport, Sir Bobby Charlton was born in Ashington. A survivor of the Munich air disaster, he led Manchester United to European glory and won the 1966 World Cup with England.
38 years ago today
Séamus Coleman born (1988)
The tireless Irish right-back was born. Signed by Everton for a mere £60,000 from Sligo Rovers, Coleman became one of the biggest bargains in Premier League history and eventually club captain.
Sources
- FTZ Today Memory calendar — Second tier source