Manchester United pay respects to Sir Bobby Charlton in win،
Manchester United paid tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton during their victory at Sheffield United on Saturday, with players laying a wreath in the center of the pitch and taking part in a period of applause in honor of the club great who died aged 86 years. .
A photo of a young Charlton was projected onto the screens inside Bramall Lane before kick-off in Man United’s 2-1 Premier League victory as members of both teams queued to return tribute to one of the most recognizable and respected players in the world.
A message on the wreath laid before the Man United players read: “In memory of Sir Bobby Charlton, a great player and an even greater man. With deepest gratitude from everyone at Manchester United for your service.
Defender Harry Maguire said the news of Charlton’s death had soured the mood during the team’s match preparations.
Sir Bobby came into the dressing room a lot and he lit up the place. He’s an absolute legend of the club,” said the England international. “We are delighted to win the game but it is more than football and our thoughts are with his family.
“He was always there if we won or lost, but his presence was really felt in the locker room. We will miss him, the whole world will miss him.”
Man United manager Erik ten Hag added: “We have to say goodbye to Bobby Charlton because what he did was magnificent. He was exceptional not only on the pitch but also off the pitch. For credit him and reward his great personality, we did it with a victory and we did it in a decent way.”
Man United fans rose to their feet after Diogo Dalot’s late winner, chanting “There is only one Bobby Charlton.
“When we arrived at the match we wanted to contribute a little more. I felt that with this victory we gave a little joy in a sad day,” Dalot told Sky Sports.
“This is the contribution we could make today and give to the family. We are one family at United.”
Ten Hag said the news hit the team hard.
“Our thoughts are with his family, especially his wife Lady Norma, his children and his grandchildren,” the manager said.
“I think with his passing, a legend, a giant, his achievements are so immense and immense, not just in England but around the world.
“[What] he achieved, it’s incredible, all these matches, his titles, his trophies… and despite all his trophies and his matches, he was so humble and a great personality, he was an example for all of us.”
Manchester United also laid a wreath at the Trinity statue at Old Trafford and plans to open a book of condolences to supporters at its stadium on Sunday.
The Associated and Press and Reuters contributed to this report.
