England World Cup winner and Manchester United great Bobby Charlton, described by the club as a 'giant of the game', has died at the age of 86, it was announced on Saturday.
England World Cup winner and Manchester United great Bobby Charlton, described by the club as a"giant of the game", has died at the age of 86, it was announced on Saturday.
"His family would like to pass on their thanks to everyone who has contributed to his care and for the many people who have loved and supported him." Charlton's European Cup success at United came 10 years after the 1958 Munich air disaster, which he and team manager Matt Busby survived but which claimed the lives of eight of Charlton's team-mates.
"Manchester United are in mourning following the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest and most beloved players in the history of our club," the Premier League club said in a statement.
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