Tommy Charlton leads tributes for 'big brother' Sir Bobby ahead of his funeral in Manchester. He recalls his fondest memories with the Manchester United legend, who died after an accidental fall at The Willows nursing home in Knutsford.
Sir Bobby Charlton's only surviving sibling today led tributes to the 1966 hero, declaring: 'He was an icon to me but he was my big brother', ahead of his funeral this afternoon.
Thousands will line the streets this afternoon ahead of a memorial service at Manchester Cathedral, where greats of the game and his loved-ones will gather. The funeral procession to the cathedral will pass by his beloved Old Trafford. In a statement issued after this death last month, Prince William said Sir Bobby was ‘a true great who will be remembered forever’.
Mail Sport understands that United have contacted each of their top-flight rivals with an invitation to what promises to be an emotional event. Every living United captain has been invited to the service, which will not be broadcast. Around 1,000 are expected to be present, including players from across the eras at United including the Class of 92. Other greats from different sports, such as Sir Ian Botham, are also expected.
Sir Bobby died after accidentally falling at the care home where he was battling dementia, an inquest heard earlier this month.
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