Tofik Bahramov facts for kids
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Tofiq Bəhramov
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Bahramov in 1967
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Tofiq Bahram oglu Bahramov
29 January 1925 |
| Died | 26 March 1993 (aged 68) |
| Nationality | USSR Azerbaijan |
| Occupation | Football referee |
Tofiq Bahram oglu Bahramov (born January 29, 1925 – died March 26, 1993) was a famous Azerbaijani football referee. He is best known for his role as a linesman in the 1966 FIFA World Cup Final. This big game was between England and West Germany.
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Who Was Tofiq Bahramov?
Tofiq Bahramov was born in Ağcabədi, Azerbaijan. At that time, Azerbaijan was part of the Soviet Union. He grew up loving football. He became a football referee, which means he was in charge of making sure players followed the rules during a game.
The 1966 World Cup Final
The most famous moment in Bahramov's career happened in 1966. He was a linesman in the World Cup Final. This is the biggest football game in the world. England was playing against West Germany.
A Famous Goal Decision
During the game, England's player, Geoff Hurst, took a shot. The ball hit the crossbar and bounced down. It was not clear if the ball had crossed the goal line completely. The main referee, Gottfried Dienst, was unsure. He looked at Tofiq Bahramov, who was the linesman closest to the goal.
Bahramov signaled that it was a goal. This meant the ball had fully crossed the line. The referee then awarded the goal to England. This goal helped England win the World Cup for the first time.
The "Russian Linesman" Nickname
Because of this important decision, Bahramov became very well known. In England, people often called him "the Russian linesman." This was because Azerbaijan was part of the Soviet Union at the time.
The Golden Whistle Story
There was a rumor that Queen Elizabeth II gave Bahramov a special golden whistle. This was supposedly for his help to England in the World Cup. However, this story is not true. It is a popular myth that spread after the game.
Bahramov's Legacy
Tofiq Bahramov continued his career in football. He is remembered for his brave decision in the 1966 World Cup. He showed how important a linesman's job can be. He passed away in 1993 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
