English football is in mourning. This Saturday Sir Bobby Charlton died at the age of 86. He was a sporting legend in the United Kingdom and especially for Manchester United. In November 2020 he had been diagnosed with dementia.
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Charlton died “surrounded by his family,” detailed his loved ones, who expressed their “gratitude to everyone who contributed to his care and to the many people who loved and supported him.”
The message from the Premier League
“The Premier League is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest players in the history of English football. “Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to Sir Bobby’s family and friends, and to everyone at Manchester United.”
The message and gesture of Manchester United
“Sir Bobby Charlton, 1937-2023. Words will never be enough,” the club wrote on its networks and wore its shield in black as a sign of mourning for the magnitude of the figure of the former soccer player.
Sir Bobby Charlton CBE, 1937-2023.
Words will never be enough.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 21, 2023
Who was Bobby Charlton?
He was an integral part of the English team that won the FIFA World Cup in 1966, an achievement that is still a source of pride in England today. Charlton was one of the tournament’s top scorers and scored a crucial goal in the final against West Germany.
He survived the Munich tragedy
Charlton was one of the survivors of the Munich air tragedy in 1958, in which eight United players died. After that he stayed at the club to help the team’s resurgence, with which he won three local championships, an FA CUP and a European Cup.
In addition to being an idol of the Red Devils, Charlton was considered one of the best midfielders in England’s history. His record of 49 goals stood for almost 50 years, until it was surpassed by Wayne Rooney.
David Beckham’s farewell to Sir Bobby Charlton
“It all started with Sir Bobby❤️ Sir Bobby was the reason I had the opportunity to play for Manchester United… I will be forever grateful, he was someone I looked up to and was a hero to many around the world, not only in Manchester and our country where he won the World Cup in 1966… A true gentleman, family man and truly a national hero… Today is not just a sad day for Manchester United and England, it is a sad day for football and everything that Sir Bobby stood for. Our thoughts are with Lady Norma, his daughters and grandchildren. Rest in peace Sir Bobby.”
David Beckham’s farewell to Sir Bobby Charlton.By: Luana Melisa Viera
2023-10-21 15:33:53
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