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David Beckham praised the impact the late Sir Bobby Charlton had on his career. (Steve Paston\/PA)<\/p>\n

\u201cThe club\u2019s heartfelt sympathies are with his wife Lady Norma, his daughters and grandchildren, and all who loved him.\u201d<\/p>\n

United manager Erik ten Hag described Charlton as \u201ca legend\u201d and \u201ca giant\u201d as he paid his own tribute after his side\u2019s 2-1 win at Sheffield United on Saturday night.<\/p>\n

A wreath was put in the centre circle as a minute\u2019s applause was held before kick-off while another wreath was laid at the base of the statue of Charlton, George Best and Denis Law in front of Old Trafford.<\/p>\n

\u201cHis achievements are so immense and huge \u2013 global, not only England,\u201d Ten Hag said.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou see the facts he achieved are incredible. All the games, his titles, his trophies, the contribution he had with his goals.<\/p>\n

\u201cI never had the honour to meet him, but I heard, despite all his trophies and games, he was so humble. A big personality and an example for all of us as a footballer and also in society.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Sir Bobby Charlton has died aged 86 (Danny Lawson\/PA)<\/p>\n

Charlton\u2019s European Cup success at United came 10 years after the Munich air disaster, which he and team manager Sir Matt Busby survived but which claimed the lives of eight of Charlton\u2019s team-mates.<\/p>\n

Born in Ashington on October 11 1937, Charlton played in the World Cup final alongside his brother Jack, who died aged 85 in 2020, and won 106 caps for England, scoring 49 goals.<\/p>\n

The official England account on X, formerly known as Twitter, wrote: \u201cIt is with a heavy heart that we have learned of the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton.<\/p>\n

\u201cAn integral part of our 1966 FIFA World Cup winning campaign, Sir Bobby won 106 caps and scored 49 times for the #ThreeLions.<\/p>\n

\u201cA true legend of our game. We will never forget you, Sir Bobby.\u201d<\/p>\n

Prince William, president of the Football Association, paid tribute to Charlton on social media.<\/p>\n

Writing on the official account of The Prince and Princess of Wales, William said: \u201cSir Bobby Charlton. First Division Champion. European Champion. World Champion. Gentleman. Legend. A true great who will be remembered forever. Thank you Sir Bobby. W.\u201d<\/p>\n

England manager Gareth Southgate added: \u201cOne of our most iconic players, Sir Bobby Charlton\u2019s impact on our only World Cup triumph is there for all to see.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe privilege of meeting him on several occasions allowed me to understand his personal pride and emotion in having represented England and simply confirmed in my mind his standing as one of the gentlemen of the game.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe world of football will unite in its sadness at losing an undisputed legend.\u201d<\/p>\n

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United are opening a book of condolence in the International Suite at Old Trafford from 10am on Sunday, while England will pay a full tribute to Charlton at the European Championship qualifier against Malta at Wembley on November 17.<\/p>\n

Charlton made his England debut against Scotland at Hampden Park in April 1958, just over two months after he had survived the Munich air disaster.<\/p>\n

He was not selected for England\u2019s 1958 World Cup squad that summer, but played at the tournament in 1962, 1966 and 1970.<\/p>\n

Charlton scored three times at the 1966 World Cup, including both goals in the 2-1 semi-final victory over Portugal, and ended his England career at the age of 32 following the quarter-final exit to West Germany in 1970.<\/p>\n

Wayne Rooney broke Charlton\u2019s scoring records for both Manchester United and England and heard the news during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Birmingham at the Riverside.<\/p>\n

Birmingham boss Rooney said: \u201cAs I came out for the second half, I didn\u2019t know what was happening. I see his image on the big screen and it hit me what had happened.<\/p>\n

\u201cBobby was always great with me, we had many conversations about football and life. He is a huge inspiration not just to me but to a lot of players who have played for Manchester United.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe was the first to congratulate me when I broke the record at Stoke. He came in after the game with his wife. He said congratulations \u2013 and a few more harsh words, jokingly.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe was a top human being, which is more important.\u201d<\/p>\n

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