The football world paid tribute to Bobby Charlton with a private service at Manchester Cathedral, attended by stars like Alex Ferguson and Prince William. Tributes poured in, acknowledging him as a humble man and possibly England’s greatest footballer, with a legacy that includes a World Cup win and a transformative role at Manchester United.
How did the football world pay tribute to Bobby Charlton?
The football world paid tribute to Bobby Charlton with a private service at Manchester Cathedral, attended by stars like Alex Ferguson and Prince William. Tributes poured in, acknowledging him as a humble man and possibly England’s greatest footballer, with a legacy that includes a World Cup win and a transformative role at Manchester United.
A Legend Remembered
Manchester United great Bobby Charlton was remembered both as one of English soccer’s finest players and a “humble” and “fantastic” man by the thousands of fans and some of the sport’s biggest names who bid him a final farewell on Monday.
Charlton, a World Cup winner with England and one of United’s best ever players, died on Oct. 21 at the age of 86.
Stars Gather for a Solemn Farewell
In a private service held at Manchester Cathedral, former United manager Alex Ferguson, former players Andy Cole and Paul Scholes, England manager Gareth Southgate, Prince William, and UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin were among the some-1,000 invited guests.
“I knew straight away what a great guy he was… Even on international duty it was about winning. A humble guy, a great family man. It never went to his head,” Charlton’s former teammate Alex Stepney told the BBC.
The Final Journey Past Old Trafford
His funeral cortege paused in front of the Trinity Statue of Charlton, George Best, and Denis Law. The iconic trio helped United become the first English club to win the European Cup in 1968.
Tributes Pour In
“Arguably we are talking about the greatest English footballer we have ever had,” said former United captain Steve Bruce. “Then of course, he had class as a man too. So when you have the mixture of the two you can understand why there are going to be thousands of people lining the streets.”
Another former United captain, Bryan Robson, called it a “sad day for football, for Man United and Sir Bobby’s family”.
A Legacy Beyond the Pitch
The ceremony was expected to include tributes and eulogies from dignitaries and personal reflections from Charlton’s family. Hymns like “Abide With Me” served as a poignant reminder of Charlton’s influence, reaching far beyond his football career.
Charlton was a central figure in England’s 1966 World Cup-winning team and left an indelible mark on Manchester United, with 758 appearances and 249 goals, winning three league titles, the FA Cup, and European Cup.
Remembering a Football Icon
As a footballer, Charlton’s brilliance on the pitch was matched only by his grace off it. His departure leaves a void in the hearts of fans and peers alike, uniting them in their respect and admiration for a true gentleman of the game.
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- The football world paid tribute to Bobby Charlton with a private service at Manchester Cathedral, attended by stars like Alex Ferguson and Prince William.
- Bobby Charlton was remembered as one of English soccer’s finest players and a “humble” and “fantastic” man.
- Former United manager Alex Ferguson, former players Andy Cole and Paul Scholes, England manager Gareth Southgate, Prince William, and UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin were among the guests at the private service.
- Charlton’s funeral cortege paused in front of the Trinity Statue of Charlton, George Best, and Denis Law.
- Tributes poured in, acknowledging Charlton as possibly England’s greatest footballer with a legacy that includes a World Cup win and a transformative role at Manchester United.
- Charlton had 758 appearances and 249 goals for Manchester United, winning three league titles, the FA Cup, and the European Cup.
