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      Sir Bobby Charlton funeral: William and Fergie lead stars at after coffin takes emotional journey past Old Trafford

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      PRINCE William, Sir Alex Ferguson and Gareth Southgate have joined mourners to bid farewell to England legend Sir Bobby Charlton today.Legends from across the footballing world have gathered to celebrate the life of the World Cup hero at Manchester Cathedral.
      Prince William leaving Manchester Cathedral following the service todayCredit: Alamy
      Sir Alex Ferguson among mourners arriving for Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeralCredit: i-Images
      Pallbearers carry the coffin of Sir Bobby as widow, Norma Charlton walks behindCredit: Getty
      The funeral cortege making its way past the United Trinity statue outside Old TraffordCredit: MCPIX LTD
      The cortege made its way past Old Trafford before heading to Manchester Cathedral for the serviceCredit: Rex
      The funeral cortege making its way to Manchester Cathedral via Old TraffordCredit: Sportimage
      England manager Gareth Southgate arriving at Sir Bobby’s funeral todayCredit: ©Karwai Tang
      Sir Bobby at the unveiling of a stand renamed in his honour in April 2016Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Sir Bobby’s widow Norma Ball arriving at her partner’s funeralCredit: Alamy
      The funeral cortege passed the “United Trinity” statue, where Sir Bobby is immortalised alongside former teammates Denis Law and George Best outside Old TraffordCredit: Alamy
      United legend Paul Scholes arriving at Manchester CathedralCredit: EPA
      Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer arriving at the funeral serviceCredit: Reuters
      Tom Heaton (left) Harry Maguire (centre) and Luke Shaw (right) were among United’s current players in attendanceCredit: Reuters
      The order of service at Sir Bobby’s funeral todayCredit: Splash
      A tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton at Old Trafford todayCredit: Rex
      Nicky Butt (left) and Roy Keane (right) pictured outside Manchester CathedralCredit: Alamy
      United legends Roy Keane, Nicky Butt, Steve Bruce, Paul Scholes, Mark Hughes, Peter Schmeichel and Andy Cole are among those attending the service at Manchester Cathedral today.
      Current players were led by Harry Maguire, with Luke Shaw and Tom Heaton also joining mourners at the service
      Uefa president Aleksander Čeferin, ex-England striker and BBC presenter Gary Lineker, former United midfielder Michael Carrick and Everton defender Ashley Young also attended.
      As the funeral cortege passed Old Trafford on its way to Manchester Cathedral, thousands of emotional fans lining the streets outside the stadium broke into applause.
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      And, in an especially poignant moment, Sir Bobby’s coffin slowly passed United’s “Holy Trinity” statue – erected in tribute to Charlton and his legendary team-mates Denis Law and George Best.
      The cortege then passed through a guard of honour comprising members of the club’s youth team squads and the statue before setting off for the cathedral via the A56, Trinity Way, Chapel Street and Victoria Bridge.
      Sir Bobby’s widow Norma Ball followed her partner’s coffin into the service.
      In a tribute on his coffin, she wrote: “Dearest Bobby, forever in my thoughts, forever in my hearts. All of my love always, Norma.”
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      Members of the public were invited forward by security to attend the funeral if they wish, with 500 spots made available.
      Speaking outside the service, former United goalkeeper Alex Stepney told Sky Sports News: “I can’t thank him enough for helping me out. He was a perfect gentleman and a winner.
      “He was an ordinary man, a great family man. He liked a bit of fun, he had craic, but deep down an honest man, couldn’t have been a better player in international football and for United. He was the best.”
      United manager Erik Ten Hag was not in attendance at the ceremony due to an “unbreakable and long-standing personal commitment in Holland”.
      The commemoration was scheduled to start at 2pm and was led by Canon Nigel Ashworth.
      The ceremony, which was not filmed or broadcast, included eulogies and tributes from former United chief executive David Gill and a personal tribute from Sir Bobby’s family.
      Hymns include Abide With Me, which is traditionally sung before the FA Cup final, Jerusalem and a rendition of How Great Thou Art by opera singer Russell Watson.
      Simon Jones, 66, of Cheadle, Gtr Manchester, was among the 1,000-strong members of the public who crammed into the narrow flagstone street outside Manchester cathedral.
      Wearing a United scarf, the retired baker told how Sir Bobby was one of the stars of the team when he first went to Old Trafford as a ten-year-old.
      Mr Jones said: “When I first started going as a young boy he was part of the team. He was part of my footballing upbringing so I wanted to show my respects to him one last time.
      “The public will never see the like of him again, especially when you compare him to the modern day players.”
      Pensioners Shirley Fox, 85, and husband Trevor, 79, left their home in Huddersfield, West Yorkhire this morning to see Sir Bobby one last time.
      Shirley, whose cousin Joseph Walton played for United prior to Sir Bobby, broke down in tears as she recalled Sir Bobby’s involvement in the 1958 Munich air disaster.
      The retired shoe shop worker said: “We wanted to say goodbye to a true gentleman.
      “We were there when he came back to Manchester from the Munich air disaster.
      “We were invited into the funeral service but didn’t want to intrude. We will wait to the end to say our goodbye.”
      Sir Bobby died aged 86 last month following a fall at a care home he was staying at amid a battle with dementia.
      Sir Bobby’s family has requested donations in lieu of flowers to a series of charities close to Charlton’s heart – the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation, the Children’s Adventure Farm Trust, the Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer’s UK.
      The midfielder made 758 appearances and scored 249 goals for the Red Devils in a glittering 17-year playing career.
      He survived the 1958 Munich Air Disaster, which claimed the lives of eight of his fellow Busby Babes, and went on to win the World Cup with England in 1966 alongside older brother Jack.
      His glittering career also included winning the European Cup with United two years later.
      Charlton returned to the club as a director in 1984 and continued to serve both it and football in general as a much-admired ambassador until his latter years.
      His stature in the game was reflected in the tributes which poured in after the news of his death was announced.
      Sir Alex described him as a “tower of strength” during his 26-year spell at the helm.
      In a eulogy published in the matchday programme ahead of the derby against Manchester City, he wrote: “It’s no surprise to me that we’ve seen tributes to Sir Bobby from everywhere in the world, on every TV channel and in every newspaper, because he was without question the greatest English player of all time.
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      “People loved him because of all those thunderbolt goals, but it was more than that. My dad used to say that humility in success is a sign of greatness, and that was Bobby.
      “He never used to boast about his own achievements; it was always about the team and the club.”
      Prince William walking inside Manchester Cathedral for the serviceCredit: EPA
      Thousands lined the streets outside Old Trafford as the cortege made its way pastCredit: News images
      Former United striker Andy Cole attends the funeral todayCredit: Alamy
      Former United goalkeeper Alex Stepney described Sir Bobby as “the perfect gentleman”Credit: Reuters
      United chief executive Richard Arnold pictured walking to the funeral serviceCredit: Reuters
      Sir Bobby pictured in May 1966Credit: PA
      Sir Bobby (left) will be commemorated alongside former teammates Denis Law and George Best (right) in the “United Trinity” statueCredit: Getty
      Peter Ridsdale arriving for the funeral todayCredit: Reuters
      Police gather ahead of Sir Bobby’s funeral this afternoonCredit: LNP
      A sea of flowers left in tribute to Sir Bobby following his death last monthCredit: PA More

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      Jordan Sinnott: Mum of footballer who was killed on night out dies from cancer as family say ‘give Jord a big cuddle’

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      THE MUM of a footballer who was killed while on a night out has died after being diagnosed with cancer.Jordan Sinnott died in January 2020 aged 25 after being attacked by three drunk and violent thugs in Retford, Nottinghamshire.
      Melanie Tait was diagnosed with a rare cancer in August 2022
      Former Huddersfield player Jordan Sinnott died after being found unconscious
      Just a week after Sinnott’s funeral, his partner Kelly found out she was 12 weeks pregnant with their daughter Maisie.
      And now in another tragedy for the family, his mum Melanie Tait has died after a battle with cancer. She was just 54.
      Melanie had spent her final years setting up a charity in honour of her son – and did a sponsored sky dive in his memory earlier this year.
      In a post on Facebook on Sunday the trust said: “It’s with the heaviest of hearts we would like to share the devastating news that yesterday after a long fight with cancer, our beautiful Melanie has gained her wings.
      “We are utterly heartbroken.
      “Give Jord a big cuddle from us Mel, we love you both unconditionally.”
      On July 31, 2020, Denovan, 22, and Matthews, 21, were jailed for 11 years and eight years and three months respectively after being convicted of manslaughter at Nottingham Crown Court.
      Jordan had proposed to Kelly at Christmas just four weeks before his death and had gone out with her and friends in the market town to celebrate.
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      In his last moments with Kelly, he performed his favourite song Sweet Caroline on the karaoke.
      Jordan and two friends later went drinking in nearby pubs as Kelly went home at about midnight.
      CCTV showed Denovan and Matthews following the pals into The Vine pub at about 1.40am, with prosecutors describing them as a “pack hunting down and exacting retribution”.
      The brute told Jordan he was a “good-looking lad” and would have no trouble “pulling girls” — unlike him, who was “fat and ginger”.
      Falsely believing he was engaging in jovial banter, Jordan replied: “Yes I can see that.”
      The court heard Denovan’s comment was a “deliberate honey trap” to spark a fight.
      Denovan then “flew immediately into a rage” and punched Jordan twice in the face before Jordan and his friends managed to leave the pub.
      The thugs then followed them to a nearby takeaway and restarted their attack.
      Denovan punched Jordan again and Matthews then hit him “two or three times” causing the footballer to hit his head on the pavement as he fell backwards to the ground.
      Jordan was rushed to hospital but pronounced dead with his family at his side at around 6pm on Saturday, January 25.
      Paying tribute at the time, Jordan’s parents, former Bradford City footballer Lee Sinnott and Mel said: “We’ve lost a son, a brother, a fiancé, a grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, a true friend to so many. 
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      “But more heartbreaking than anything, a father to his unborn child. 
      “And what a great daddy he would have been.”
      Kai Denovan, was found guilty of manslaughter following a trial at Nottingham Crown Court
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      John Nuttall dead aged 56: Ex-Team GB Olympics star suffers heart attack as legend wife Liz McColgan reveals tragic news

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      TEAM GB Olympic hero John Nuttall has passed away aged 56.His wife, former 10,000-metre world champion Liz McColgan, announced Nuttall suffered a heart attack on Thursday morning.
      John Nuttall passed away after suffering a heart attackCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Nuttall in action during the 5000 metres in the European Athletics Championships in 1994Credit: Getty
      She paid tribute to her late husband in a social media post, revealing her heartbreak.
      Liz wrote: “It is with great sadness and a heavy heart I write this.
      “My husband John Nuttall died yesterday morning with a sudden heart attack.
      “A much loved dad, son, brother and husband. For those that loved John our hearts are breaking”.
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      Nuttall competed for Team GB in the 5,000 metres at the 1996 Olympic Games.
      He also raced in the 1993 and 1995 World Championships and won bronze at the 1994 Commonwealth Games.
      After hanging up his boots Nuttall became an elite coach and supported Team GB long-distance runners at London 2012.
      His daughter Hannah Nuttall is an Olympic athlete who competes in middle-distance and cross-country running events.
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      And his son Luke Nuttall is a British Paralympic athlete who competes in the 1500m in the T46 classification.
      Tributes have poured in for Nuttall, who was currently coaching Qatar, from across the sporting world following the news of his sudden passing.
      McColgan’s daughter Eilish wrote: “It’s hard to find the words right now… Our family suffered a huge loss yesterday with the sudden passing of my step-father John.
      “We’ve spent the last 6 weeks here in Doha, with my mum and John, and so his passing has been a huge shock. We are still trying to process it.
      “There is such a huge outpouring of love from both Doha & everyone back home. It just reinforces how many people thought so highly of him. He will be missed by us all 💔”
      Qatari athlete Abubaker Haydar Abdalla wrote: “My condolences to his family and all.
      “A mentor, coach and friend. RIP John Barry Nuttall.”
      Triathlete Islam Sallam added: “Very sad day for the sports community in Doha.
      “We lost, not just a friend, but a father figure that we always looked up to and went to for advice and support.
      “Rest in peace, John. We will miss you. Our hearts are with you Liz”.
      Glamour model Nell McAndrew said: “Oh my goodness Liz, this is heartbreaking. So sad. Thinking of you and your family. Lots of love”.
      Others who had worked with John over the years flocked to the comments of Liz’s post to share their condolences.
      One person posted: “We are so sorry to hear about John’s passing. Coach John will always be remembered for his kindness, his love for the job, and his understanding of how to motivate young athletes. What a loss”.
      Another commented: “Oh my. No. I am so saddened and heartbroken for you and your families.
      “John will always remain such a light and role model in my life. Sending hugs and thoughts Liz”.
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      Someone else shared: “We are so sorry for your family’s loss. What an amazing human he was. The community will surely miss his kindness and care”.
      While a close one said: “I’m shocked! So very sorry to hear this Liz, he was an amazing man. Thoughts with you at this difficult time”. More

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      Jose Antonio Reyes’ wife discovers heartbreaking 11-word message from Arsenal legend four years after tragic death

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      ARSENAL legend Jose Antonio Reyes’ widow has discovered a heartbreaking letter four years on from his tragic death.Reyes, who was a part of Arsene Wenger’s Premier League Invincibles in 2003/04, passed away at the age of 35 following a car crash in 2019.
      Noelia Lopez found a lost note from Jose Antonio ReyesCredit: Getty – Contributor
      She shared an image of it on InstagramCredit: Instagram @noelopezv
      Noelia Lopez revealed that she found a love note from Reyes while organising.
      She shared the emotional discovery with her followers on social media.
      She posted a picture of the Valentine’s Day card and an accompanying message.
      Her message read: “I just received an order from Ikea that I had made to organise some things that I still had in boxes and I found this.”
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      The note was from Reyes and said: “Happy Valentine’s Day. I won’t forget you even from a distance.”
      Reflecting on the note, Noelia admitted to feeling “stronger” whenever she finds anything from Reyes.
      Noelia added: “I feel a caress every time I come across a sign.
      “Today, certain words gain more strength.
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      “Lately, I have had so many signs. One day I will tell you about them”.
      Reyes was killed alongside his cousin Juan Reyes in the road traffic accident.
      Reyes’ other cousin, Juan Manuel Calderon, survived the crash and spent eight weeks in hospital before being discharged.
      The Mercedes they were travelling in came off the road and burst into flames near his hometown.
      Noelia now lives near her own family with the two daughters she had with Reyes.
      Meanwhile, his son, Jose Antonio Reyes Junior, has since gone on to start his own footballing career.
      He signed his first professional contract with Real Madrid last month having impressed with the B team.
      He had been a part of the club’s academy since 2019.
      Reyes was part of Arsenal’s invincible teamCredit: Rex Features More

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      When is Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral?

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      THE death of Sir Bobby Charlton left the football world devastated after the passing of the legendary former player was confirmed in October 2023.The star, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, played a major role in England’s World Cup triumph in 1966 and enjoyed a hugely successful career with former club Manchester United.
      Manchester United have confirmed plans for a funeral for former player Sir Bobby Charlton after his death in October 2023Credit: EPA/WILL OLIVER
      When is Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral?
      Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral will take place on November 13, it has been confirmed by his former team Manchester United.
      The service be held at Manchester Cathedral on at 2pm GMT.
      The procession will stop at Old Trafford en route to the cathedral.
      A private family funeral will follow the Manchester Cathedral service.
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      When did Sir Bobby Charlton die?
      Sir Bobby Charlton died on October 21, 2023, at the age of 86.
      News of his death was announced by his family, who confirmed that he “passed away peacefully” and surrounded by his loved ones.
      The family released a statement which read: “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.
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      “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.
      “We would request that the family’s privacy be respected at this time”.
      On November 1 it was then reported that Charlton had died after an accidental fall at a care home.
      The star had been living at The Willows care home in Knutsford where he was battling dementia, and was pronounced dead at Macclesfield General Hospital five days after the fall.
      Tests carried out on Charlton after he arrived the hospital indicated that he had fractured his ribs and was likely to develop pneumonia, leading to him being put on end-of-life care.
      His full cause of death was given as trauma in the lungs, a fall and dementia.
      When is the memorial service at Old Trafford?
      Exact timings are still to be confirmed but fans will have the opportunity to pay tribute and say farewell to Sir Bobby Charlton at Old Trafford on November 13.
      The legendary former player’s funeral procession will stop at his former grounds on the way to Manchester Cathedral.
      Thousands of flowers, balloons, photos, and cards have already been laid outside of the stadium since news of Sir Bobby’s death broke.
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      Charlton played more than 750 games for Manchester United over his 17-year with the club.
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      Sir Bobby Charlton’s cause of death revealed after Man Utd legend died aged 86

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      SIR Bobby Charlton tragically died after an accidental fall at a care home, an inquest has heard.The Man Utd legend, 86, was declared dead in Macclesfield General Hospital on October 21.
      Sir Bobby Charlton passed away last monthCredit: EPA
      Sir Bobby had been living at The Willows care home in Knutsford where he was battling dementia.
      Manager Tamara Simmons said the England World Cup hero “needed support with all aspects of daily living”.
      The inquest was told Sir Bobby, who was “unsteady on his feet”, lost his balance as he stood up from a chair in the care home and hit a windowsill.
      He also may have “possibly” struck a radiator during the fall.
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      The court heard staff performed a full body check and didn’t notice any visible injuries.
      But they later saw swelling on his back so called paramedics, who took him to hospital.
      Tests carried out on the ex-footballer established he had fractured his ribs and was likely to develop pneumonia.
      Sir Bobby was put on end-of-life care and sadly died five days later.
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      A full cause of death was given as trauma in the lungs, a fall and dementia.
      The inquest was also told the midfielder had an extensive medical history – including an appendix removal, gout, a urine infection, chest infections and a Covid diagnosis in September.
      His bed had been placed as close to the floor as possible and was surrounded by crash mats and motion sensors as his restlessness made him likely to roll out.
      Senior coroner for Cheshire Jacqueline Devonish ruled Sir Bobby’s death was accidental.
      His family previously announced the heartbreaking news in a statement.
      They 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. 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.
      “We would request that the family’s privacy be respected at this time.”
      Manchester United also paid their respects to the legend and said the club is in mourning following the news.
      They said: “Sir Bobby was a hero to millions, not just in Manchester, or the United Kingdom, but wherever football is played around the world.”
      While Sir Alex Ferguson said: “Unfortunately, I have also suffered the painful loss of my beloved wife, Cathy, this month, and I want to thank the club, the fans, and everyone who has sent me their condolences.
      “The black armbands worn by the team against Brentford, and the flags at half-mast around Old Trafford were a wonderful tribute.
      “Cathy supported me every step of the way through my career, and she was the backbone of our family.
      “At such a sad time, there is tremendous comfort to be found in being part of the Manchester United community and we’ve all felt that spirit this week.
      “We’re continuing to mourn for Bobby’s loss, but as we look forward to the derby this afternoon.
      “Let’s also celebrate the many wonderful memories he has blessed us with and be inspired by the example he set.”
      Sir Bobby was widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
      He played in the Three Lions’ World Cup triumph in 1966 and went on to win Ballon d’Or later that year.
      He also scored 249 goals in 758 games for Manchester United – helping them to their first ever European Cup win in 1968.
      Despite playing as a midfielder, Sir Bobby netted a further 49 times in 106 games for England.
      He spent almost all of his playing career at Man Utd and was renowned for his passes and long-range shots.
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      Sir Bobby survived the Munich Air Disaster in 1958 that killed eight of his teammates.
      His wife Lady Norma revealed the star’s battle with dementia in November 2020 in a bid to “help others”.
      Sir Bobby helped England win the 1966 World Cup
      He played for Man Utd for 17 years – winning three league titlesCredit: PA
      Fergie was among those paying tribute to the footballer
      Old Trafford was flooded with a sea of tributesCredit: PA More

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      Sir Alex Ferguson writes heartfelt eulogy after deaths of Man Utd legend Sir Bobby Charlton and beloved wife Cathy

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON has paid tribute to his late wife Cathy and long-time friend Sir Bobby Charlton.The Scot’s wife, who he was married to for over six decades, passed away earlier this month aged 84.
      Sir Alex Ferguson has paid tribute to his late wife CathyCredit: Reuters
      The Scot also paid tribute to Manchester United great Sir Bobby CharltonCredit: EPA
      Fergie laid his beloved Cathy to rest in Glasgow last week, with several Manchester United legends attending to pay their respects.
      And he paid a heartfelt tribute to the love of his life in the matchday programme ahead of the Red Devils’ derby clash with neighbours Manchester City, which also included a eulogy to the late Charlton.
      Ferguson, 81, wrote: “Unfortunately, I have also suffered the painful loss of my beloved wife, Cathy, this month, and I want to thank the club, the fans, and everyone who has sent me their condolences.
      “The black armbands worn by the team against Brentford, and the flags at half-mast around Old Trafford were a wonderful tribute.
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      “Cathy supported me every step of the way through my career, and she was the backbone of our family.
      “At such a sad time, there is tremendous comfort to be found in being part of the Manchester United community and we’ve all felt that spirit this week.
      “We’re continuing to mourn for Bobby’s loss, but as we look forward to the derby this afternoon.
      “Let’s also celebrate the many wonderful memories he has blessed us with and be inspired by the example he set.”
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      Sir Alex Ferguson attributes all his success to the love and support of his late wife CathyCredit: GETTY
      Ferguson is the most successful manager in Manchester United’s history.
      And he attributes his success, and indeed that of the club, to the love and support Cathy gave him down the years.
      In his first autobiography, he said: “My wife Cathy is the mainstay of our family.
      “It is she who has carried the main burden of bringing up our three sons, Mark, Jason and Darren.
      “This is more than I could have asked for and they have turned out to be fantastic sons and fantastic people.
      “We have all got to thank her for being such a great wife and mother.
      “It has always been Cathy’s way to stay in the background, but now it is time for her to accept some limelight.
      “I gratefully acknowledge her role in any success I have had.
      “Without her down-to-earth attitude to life and her unstinting support none of it would have been possible.” More

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      Carlos Guerini dead aged 74: Tributes pour in for ex-Real Madrid & Argentina star after passing away in Spain

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      FORMER Real Madrid and Argentina star Carlos Guerini has passed away aged 74.The former striker played for several high-profile clubs and won the league three times with Real.
      Tributes have been made to Carlos Guerini following his death aged 74
      He joined Los Blancos in 1975 and scored 11 goals in 85 games before leaving the club in 1979.
      Guerini earned his transfer to Europe after impressing in Argentina for Boca Juniors.
      He also scored 23 goals in 48 games for Belgrano, but it was his eight goals in 16 games for Boca which led Malaga to snap him up.
      Guerini, who is nicknamed Chupete, also scored the winning goal to send Argentina to the 1974 World Cup, though he was not selected for the final squad.
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      The forward returned to Argentina after his spell at Real Madrid ended, before he quit football in 1985.
      Real Madrid honoured Guerini following his death with a short statement.
      It read: “Real Madrid C. F., its president and Board of Directors is deeply saddened by the passing of Carlos Alfredo Guerini, who played for our club between 1975 and 1979.
      “Real Madrid extends its condolences and affection to his relatives, clubs, teammates and loved ones.
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      “Carlos Alfredo Guerini has passed away at 74 years of age. May he rest in peace.”
      Belgrano also paid tribute in a statement: “Belgramo regrets the death of Carlos Guerini, one of the most notable forwards who wore our shirt.
      “We accompany his family and former colleagues in this moment of pain. Goodbye and thanks for your football, Chupete.”
      A fan honoured his memory saying: “A huge player. Left an indelible mark. Our institution must offer a tribute to a symbolic player who left a part of our history for our club. ‘Chupete’ will forever be great.”
      Another added: “What a great player. A killer with all the skills. May you rest in peace.” More