Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest footballers of all time, has died at the age of 86 on Saturday.
Charlton was a key member of the Manchester United team that won the European Cup in 1968, and he also played a starring role in England’s World Cup victory in 1966.
He scored 249 goals in 758 appearances for Manchester United, and he is the club’s all-time leading scorer. He also won three league titles and one FA Cup with the club.
Charlton was capped 106 times by England, and he scored 49 goals for his country. He is England’s second all-time leading scorer, behind Wayne Rooney.
Charlton was knighted in 1974 for his services to football. He was also inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002.
Charlton was a true legend of the game, and he will be deeply missed by fans all over the world.
Manchester United have paid tribute to their legend, Sir Bobby Charlton, who has died at the age of 86.
“Sir Bobby Charlton was one of the greatest players in the history of Manchester United and English football.” the club released a statement on their website,
“He was a key member of the England team that won the World Cup in 1966, and he also played a starring role in United’s European Cup victory in 1968.
“Sir Bobby was a true legend of the game, and he will be deeply missed by fans all over the world.” United added.
Tributes have poured in from all over the footballing world following the news of Sir Bobby Charlton’s death.
“Sir Bobby Charlton was a great friend and teammate. He was one of the greatest footballers of all time, and he will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.” former England teammate, Sir Geoff Hurst, said.
“Sir Bobby Charlton was a true icon of the game. He was an inspiration to me and to millions of other people around the world. He will be deeply missed.” current England manager, Gareth Southgate, said.
Sir Bobby Charlton was a true legend of the game, and his legacy will live on for generations to come.
