Sir Bobby Charlton was one of England's greatest footballers and symbolised Manchester United both on and off the pitch.
Sir Bobby Charlton, who has died aged 86, was arguably the finest English footballer of his generation and one of the most famous and enduring sportsmen the country has produced.
It is the central part of a story and a life that led to Sir Bobby becoming an iconic figure not only in his own country but around the world. His brilliant talents, especially the trademark explosive shooting, made him a global figure and latterly one of sport's most respected elder statesmen. Sir Bobby's promise also ensured he won England honours early in his career, making his debut against Scotland at Hampden Park, a little more than two months after Munich. It was the first of 106 caps.
The personal accolades were plentiful as he was named Footballer of the Year in 1966, when he also won the coveted Ballon d'Or, before finishing second behind Hungarian Florian Albert and United team-mate Best in the subsequent two years. The 1966 final win still remains the greatest moment in the history of England's football team, the Charlton brothers both slumping to the turf in tears following the 4-2 win over West Germany after extra time.
He was to experience no more success as a player during a tumultuous time at United, a club that had lost direction, leaving at the end of the 1972-73 season. For his final game, Sir Bobby received a prolonged standing ovation and a presentation of a silver cigarette box from Chelsea chairman Brian Mears before kick-off at Stamford Bridge, the game ending in a 1-0 loss as United just escaped relegation, a fate that would befall them the following season.
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