England World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton dies aged 86

Manchester United and England great Sir Bobby Charlton has passed away at the age of 86.

“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,” read Manchester United’s statement on Saturday.

“Sir Bobby was a hero to millions, not just in Manchester, or the United Kingdom, but wherever football is played around the world.

“He was admired as much for his sportsmanship and integrity as he was for his outstanding qualities as a footballer; Sir Bobby will always be remembered as a giant of the game.”

Manchester United legend

Sir Bobby played 758 games for Manchester United, where he scored 249 goals in his 17 years at the club. At Old Trafford, Charlton won the European Cup, three league titles and the FA Cup.

World Cup success with England

The brilliant Charlton - alongside his brother Jack - lifted the 1966 World Cup with England, who beat West Germany 4-2 in the final. He made 106 appearances for England, scoring an impressive 49 international goals in a stellar career for club and country.