The world of soccer was rocked by the news of the death of legendary player Bobby Charlton at the age of 86. The Manchester United and England great passed away on February 9th, 2021, and tributes have been pouring in from all corners of the globe.
At Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United, a special tribute was held in honor of the great man. The stadium was lit up in red and white, the colors of Manchester United, and a minute’s silence was held before the match against Newcastle United. Players from both teams wore black armbands in memory of Charlton, and a special banner was displayed in the stands with his name and number.
The tribute was attended by many of Charlton’s former teammates, including Sir Alex Ferguson, who said that Charlton was “one of the greatest players to ever play for Manchester United.” He added that Charlton was “a true gentleman and a great ambassador for the club.”
Charlton’s former teammate, Denis Law, said that he was “devastated” by the news of his death. He said that Charlton was “a true gentleman and a great friend” who will be “sorely missed.”
The tributes paid to Bobby Charlton at Old Trafford were a fitting way to honor one of the greatest players in the history of soccer. His legacy will live on through his many achievements, both on and off the pitch. He will be remembered as a true legend of the game.
