It’s 1966. The FIFA World Cup is about to kick off in England. Everything is ready — teams, fans, stadiums... but then something ridiculous happens: the trophy disappears.

Yes — the actual Jules Rimet trophy was stolen just months before the tournament. It vanished from a public exhibition in London, sparking a nationwide panic. Scotland Yard launched a full investigation. Nothing turned up.

Enter: Pickles the dog.
Just days later, Pickles was out for a walk with his owner in South London when he sniffed out something wrapped in newspaper under a bush. It was the World Cup. Seriously.

Pickles became a national hero overnight. He got a medal, dog food for life, and even appeared on TV. The real kicker? England went on to win the 1966 World Cup — and Pickles was invited to the team’s victory banquet.

So yes, technically, England’s World Cup win was brought to you by a good boy with a good nose.