'Words will never be enough' - Football mourns loss of Man Utd and England legend Bobby Charlton

Stars from across the football world have expressed their condolences after the death of Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton.

United announced the passing of their former midfielder on Saturday. He was 86.

Charlton played a key role in England's 1966 World Cup win and was also instrumental to the success of United in the wake of the tragedy of the Munich Air Disaster, which he survived at the age of 20.

He won the First Division with the Red Devils three times, and also lifted the European Cup and the FA Cup in his time wearing a red shirt. In total, he scored 249 goals in 758 games for United, and also netted 49 times for England.

He was the country's all-time record goalscorer until Wayne Rooney broke the record in 2015; that was then surpassed by Harry Kane.

Luminaries from across the English game have queued up to pay their respects on social media after Charlton's passing, including clubs, ex-players, and Charlton's surviving ex-team-mates.

He has been hailed as a «legend», «a champion», and «a giant of the game». United have simply posted that «words will never be enough.»

Sir Bobby Charlton CBE, 1937-2023.

Words will never be enough.

So sorry to hear the news of Sir Bobby Charlton. The Greatest English Football player and Manchester United’s greatest ambassador. A champion on and off the pitch and a Busby Babe that paved the way for all to come at United. Rest In Peace Sir Bobby ❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/WTkkulOijq

A giant of the game. RIP Legend https://t.co/m6eGsWNSVT

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton.

Our thoughts are with Sir Bobby’s family, friends and everyone connected with Manchester United at this time.

May he rest in peace ❤️ pic.twitter.com/C1tYUb3x0r

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