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Man United, England legend Sir Bobby Charlton dies at 86

Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton has died at the age of 86, the Premier League club announced on Saturday.

Charlton was part of England's World Cup-winning side in 1966, and two years later scored twice as Manchester United won the European Cup at Wembley.

A club statement read on Saturday: "Manchester United are in mourning following the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest and most beloved players in the history of our club.

"Sir Bobby was a hero to millions, not just in Manchester, or the United Kingdom, but wherever football is played around the world.