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Sir Bobby Charlton dies aged 86

Sir Bobby Charlton dies aged 86
Sir Bobby Charlton. Image: WikiCommons

Sir Bobby Charlton has died aged 86, his family have announced.

The former Manchester United and England player was a monumental figure in England's 1966 World Cup victory.

In 1976, Charlton played three games with Waterford United, scoring one goal during his time at the South East club.

A statement from his family says the former footballer "passed away peacefully in the early hours of Saturday morning", surrounded by his family.

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The statement thanked those who contributed to his care and requested privacy at this time.

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