Best hit 23 goals, including an FA Cup record six goals in an 8-2 win over Northampton Town...

February 7, 1970 · George Best · Football · On this day

Best hit 23 goals, including an FA Cup record six goals in an 8-2 win over Northampton Town in a mud-bath at the County Ground on 7 February 1970.

About George Best

George Best was a Northern Irish professional footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. Known for his exceptional dribbling skills and flamboyant lifestyle, Best spent the majority of his career at Manchester United, where he became a global icon in the sport.

Nationality: Northern Ireland
Born: May 22, 1946
Total Club Appearances: 705
Total Club Goals: 251
International Caps: 37

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