7.5 notable games from George Best's career

That was one of George Best’s biggest hopes when he retired from football in the 1980s.

To celebrate what would have been the Manchester United icon's 75th birthday, we set out to grant his wish by telling the story of seven - and a half - important games from his colourful career and the events that surrounded them

1. FIRST-TEAM DEBUT
14 September 1963 | United v West Bromwich Albion | Football League First Division

Best broke into the first team at the age of 17. With limited experience outside the youth team, it soon became apparent that what young George lacked in experience, he compensated with confidence and raw football talent.