One of the few consolations of now being in my 60s is that I can say I actually saw the man play in the flesh. I also met him in a hotel in Scarborough in the 90s on the day Bobby Moore died when I was running a training course. Truly, a wonderful man on and off the pitch. Legend doesn't do him justice.
Never saw him play in the flesh but he did turn up and oversee a session when I played at Dean's Pursuit Centre in Salford, when he used to do his Bobby Charlton soccer schools. I don't think I was in awe enough as I should have been, thinking about it. He could still hit a ball. What a life he had. Both happy and some very sad times. Expect to see some coverage of how great a footballer he was on our screens over the next few days.
A true legend and icon. Not only for United and England but for all football lovers all over the world. RIP Sir Bobby
I cannot begin to imagine the courage and determination needed to put his boots on again after Munich. To be able to play again and to be such a driving force in helping Sir Matt rebuild the squad is a testament to his character and his love for the club. I was lucky enough to see him play several times, mostly at Wembley for England. He was an elegant and graceful player, always able to find space, seldom crowded off the ball and always a goal threat whenever he had the ball. His loss marks the very real end of a generation of exceptional global footballing talent.
Chelsea fan here - respect for Sir Bobby Charlton’s outstanding contribution to football and one of Englands great legends R.I.P
Bemused and slightly annoyed that only four of the first team squad made it to the funeral service - even ETH was absent. I know its the international break but I'm sure it would have been possible for e few more to pay their respects - particularly the club captain of all people. Apart from that gripe, looks to have been a fitting send off, and great fan turnout at OT as the cortege passed the United Trinity
