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Sir Bobby Charlton, the legendary former Manchester United and England footballer, has passed away at the age of 85. The announcement was made on Saturday, with Sir Bobby having died peacefully in the early hours of the morning. Sir Bobby was diagnosed with dementia in 2020, and his passing has led to a wave of tributes from around the world of football. He is best known for being part of the Manchester United team that won three league titles, an FA Cup and the European Cup during the 1960s. He also played a key role in helping England win the World Cup in 1966, scoring six goals overall during the tournament.

Former England striker Gary Lineker was among those to pay tribute to Sir Bobby, who he called “England’s greatest ever player”. Sir Bobby was known for his humility, and former Newcastle and England player Alan Shearer described him as a “gentleman of the game” who was universally respected. England manager Gareth Southgate also offered his condolences, praising the “personal pride and emotion” Sir Bobby displayed in representing his country.

Manchester United’s current manager, Erik ten Hag, said Sir Bobby’s passing was “very sad news”, and led to a minute’s applause before the team’s Premier League match against Sheffield United. Club captain Bruno Fernandes laid a wreath in Sir Bobby’s memory before the game. Other former United players, including David Beckham and Wayne Rooney, also paid tribute to Sir Bobby, who was an icon of the sport.

Sir Bobby is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Norma, and their three children. His achievements as a player and his selfless approach to the sport have cemented his legacy as one of the greatest footballers of all time. He will be greatly missed by fans around the world, who will continue to celebrate his remarkable career for years to come

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