Tributes have poured in for Sir Bobby Charlton following the sad news of his passing at the age of 86.
World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton will be remembered as one of the greatest footballers in history as well as a man who epitomised Manchester United.
Charlton was a key member of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning side before going on to win the Ballon d’Or award that same year. Furthermore, he lifted the European Cup with United two years later, following the 10th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster which he witnessed as a young player.
Manchester United led the tributes to one of their greatest ever figures – not just as a player but as a man – following his death this afternoon.
“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,” read a statement from ManUtd.com.
“Sir Bobby was a hero to millions, not just in Manchester, or the United Kingdom, but wherever football is played around the world.
“He was admired as much for his sportsmanship and integrity as he was for his outstanding qualities as a footballer; Sir Bobby will always be remembered as a giant of the game.”
Sir Bobby Charlton tributes
Every Manchester United fan will be heartbroken to learn of the death of Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest legends ever to wear the red shirt. Perhaps more than any other player, Sir Bobby represented a lineage from the history and heritage of our club until the present day
— M.U.S.T (@MU_ST) October 21, 2023
So sorry to hear the news of Sir Bobby Charlton. The Greatest English Football player and Manchester United’s greatest ambassador. A champion on and off the pitch and a Busby Babe that paved the way for all to come at United. Rest In Peace Sir Bobby ❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/WTkkulOijq
— Gary Neville (@GNev2) October 21, 2023
Deeply saddened to hear that Sir Bobby Charlton has died. A truly wonderful footballer and genuinely lovely man. A World Cup winner, @ManUtd great and, for me, England’s greatest ever player. He may no longer be with us but he’ll have footballing immortality. RIP Sir Bobby. 🙌🏻
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) October 21, 2023
— Clayton Blackmore (@cgblackmore) October 21, 2023
Sir Bobby 💔
Icon, Legend, Great! these words are thrown around by all of us to many who 100% don’t deserve them, especially when you compare them to man of Sir Bobby’s calibre.
What a true gentleman of not many words, but when he spoke you stood still, stopped what you were… pic.twitter.com/g8lp2vFGqr— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) October 21, 2023
Very sad to hear of the passing of England’s greatest player.Bobby dad and shay were inseparable.a true gentleman and a lovely man .rest in peace Bobby ❤️ pic.twitter.com/4Hxr7MZ3Li
— John Stiles (@johnstiles64) October 21, 2023
Saddened to hear about the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton.
May he rest in peace ❤️🙏 pic.twitter.com/CapEybTVCv
— Stretty News (@StrettyNews) October 21, 2023
Sir Bobby Charlton RIP.
The saddest news.
The greatest English sportsman ever, world champion, European champion, league champion, FA Cup winner, Ballon d’Or, such a wise club director, a gentleman and a gentle man.
Thoughts with Sir Bobby’s family. pic.twitter.com/e4jY8Ab6n3
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) October 21, 2023
Bobby Charlton saw close friends die at Munich. He helped lead Manchester United's recovery to become English, then European champions. For decades the club's record goal and appearance holder, he was a World Cup winner and European player of the year too. What a life. RIP.
— Andy Mitten (@AndyMitten) October 21, 2023
Bobby Charlton. What a life he lived.
— No Question About That (@nqatpod) October 21, 2023
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