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Who was the first footballer to win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year?

  • Bobby Charlton

  • Geoff Hurst

  • Bobby Moore

  • Nobby Stiles

Answer

Bobby Moore was the first footballer to win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award in 1966, after captaining England to victory in the World Cup. He was a talented defender who was known for his leadership and composure on the pitch. Moore was also a popular figure with fans and the media, and his success helped to raise the profile of football in the UK.
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