The death of Queen Elizabeth II has shocked the whole world. Premier League clubs, like Manchester United, among others, have expressed their sorrow for this unfortunate news that has shaken all of England.
Precisely, an important fact to remember in the sports field is that the English monarch witnessed all the events since its first organization in Uruguay 1930. She was born on April 21, 1926, that is, four years before the first World Cup was played.
The Queen Elizabeth II witnessed all the competitions, so Qatar 2022 will be the first tournament held without her.
Queen Elizabeth II presenting the World Cup trophy to Bobby Moore in 1966. Photo: AP
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Queen Elizabeth II presented the trophy to England in the 1966 World Cup
Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, the queen's name, ascended the throne on June 2, 1953 after the death of her father, King George VI.
The following year of her appointment, the Switzerland 1954 World Cup was held. At that time, West Germany became the first champion during her reign.
Her most emotional moment in this competition was in England 1966, after her national team conquered the tournament. In that context, she presented the trophy to the captain of the English team, Bobby Moore.