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Late Man United legend Sir Bobby Charlton thanked for 'huge donation' after new academy opens offering free football to local youngsters

Sir Bobby Charlton died exactly one year ago and the Manchester United legend left behind a strong legacy.

The former England star - who won the World Cup in 1966 - left thousands of pounds to good causes when he passed away at the age of 86.

One of his donations helped to set up a football academy for youngsters in Manchester.

Street Reds was launched by the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation along with the Manchester United Foundation and it offers free football and alternative activities for people between the ages of eight and 18.