The world of football is in mourning as England and Manchester United icon, Sir Bobby Charlton, has passed away at the age of 86. The sad news was announced by the Charlton family in a statement on Saturday.
Sir Bobby Charlton was an integral part of the England national team that achieved World Cup glory in 1966. His remarkable career was not confined to the international stage, as he also enjoyed immense success with Manchester United. In 1968, he played a pivotal role in making United the first English club to secure the European Cup.
In the family statement, it was conveyed, “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Sir Bobby passed peacefully in the early hours of Saturday morning. He was surrounded by his family.”
This remarkable achievement with Manchester United came a decade after the tragic Munich air disaster. Sir Bobby Charlton and team manager Matt Busby were survivors of the disaster, which claimed the lives of eight of their teammates.
“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,” stated the football club in their tribute to the legendary figure.