About
Jimmy Greaves was an English professional footballer renowned as one of the greatest strikers of all time. He holds the record for the most goals scored in English top-flight football with 357 goals. Greaves also stands as England's fifth-highest international goalscorer, having netted 44 goals, including an English record of six hat-tricks. His exceptional goal-scoring prowess earned him the distinction of finishing as the First Division's top scorer in six seasons and a third-place finish in the 1963 Ballon d'Or rankings.
Career Timeline
Chelsea Debut
Jimmy Greaves begins his professional career at Chelsea, showing early promise as a goal scorer.
Signs for Tottenham Hotspur
Greaves moves to Tottenham, becoming a prolific goalscorer and a key player for the team.
World Cup Disappointment
Greaves suffers an injury during the 1966 World Cup, missing out on the final and affecting his career momentum.
Joins West Ham
Greaves moves to West Ham United, playing for a couple of seasons with diminishing success.
Broadcasting Career Begins
Greaves transitions to broadcasting, becoming a popular football commentator and pundit.
Death
Jimmy Greaves dies at age 81, remembered as one of England's greatest goalscorers.
Legacy as Football Legend
Greaves's goal-scoring records and achievements continue to be celebrated, solidifying his status as a legend in English football.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026