He is a legend of the game and Sir Bobby Charlton’s impact on Manchester United and England will be reflected in a special BBC programme on Sunday night to honour his 80th birthday, which is on Tuesday.
Here are some of the tributes paid...
Sir Alex Ferguson
The great thing about Bobby Charlton is how he’s handled the greatness. Success can change people, and it’s never changed Bobby Charlton. He is what he is: quiet, shy and I think it’s fantastic.