The England midfielder won the World Cup in 1966 and the European Cup at Manchester United two years later.
Manchester United and England great Sir Bobby Charlton has died aged 86, his family have announced in a statement.
A statement on behalf of the Charlton family said: “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.”The statement added: “His family would like to pass on their thanks to everyone who has contributed to his care and for the many people who have loved and supported him.
Sir Bobby Charlton unveils a tribute to his former Manchester United teammate Duncan Edwards, who was killed in the Munich air disaster in 1958
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