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Manchester United Unveils Stand In Honor Of Club Legend, Bobby Charlton

Sir Bobby Charlton attends the unveiling of a stand renamed in his honour

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Sir Bobby Charlton attends the unveiling of the stand
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton has finally been immortalised at Old Trafford.
The iconic midfielder was present ahead of Sunday's match against Everton as United renamed their South Stand the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand.
Charlton was the idol of many young football fans after making hid debut as a teenager back in 1956, before going on to score 249 goals in 758 games.
During his time at Old Trafford, he claimed three league titles, one FA Cup and captained the 1968 European Cup as United became the first English club to win the competition.
Only Ryan Giggs has gone on to make more appearances for the club.
Reuters / Phil NobleThe newly renamed South Stand "Sir Bobby Charlton stand" to commemorate the 60 year anniversary of his debut for Manchester United
The newly renamed "Sir Bobby Charlton stand"
Action Images via Reuters / Jason CairnduffTributes placed on seats to mark the 60th anniversary of the debut of Sir Bobby Charlton before the game
Tributes placed on seats to mark the 60th anniversary of Sir Bobby Charlton's debut
Charlton also went on to become one of England's all-time greats. He made his debut for the Three Lions just two after surviving the Munich Air Disaster in 1958 and scored 49 times in 106 appearances.
Manchester United, who already have a statue of Charlton outside their ground, have paid one of their greatest-ever players the highest tribute with the renaming of their South Stand.
United fans held up a mosaic as United and Everton made their way out onto the pitch prior to the match as they celebrated the career of the club legend.

Charlton joined a star-studded selection of guests for a lunch to celebrate the unveiling on Sunday.
On finding out of the renaming, Charlton said: “This is a great honour and I am very proud – for myself and my family – that the club has chosen to name the South Stand after me.
"Manchester United has been such an important part of my life and I have so many wonderful memories of this Theatre of Dreams.
Reuters / Phil NobleSir Bobby Charlton and wife Norma applaud fans as the newly renamed South Stand "Sir Bobby Charlton stand" is unveiled
Sir Bobby Charlton and wife Norma applaud fans
Shaun Botterill/GettyThe South Stand is unveiled as the newly renamed Sir Bobby Charlton to honour 60 years since his Manchester United debut
The South Stand is unveiled
"As a player, I remember the goals and the marvellous players I played with. As a director, I have seen some outstanding matches and players. It is a special place indeed.
“I would like to thank everyone connected with Manchester United.
"So many people work so hard to keep us at the top; their effort should never be forgotten.
"But most of all, I would like to thank Norma, my wonderful wife, and my family for the support and encouragement they have always provided. This is for them.”

United's most successful manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, paid tribute to his friend in his pre-match programme notes.
He said: "It is great that Manchester United should honour Bobby today and beyond with the renaming of the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand. It's a fitting tribute for a magnificent footballer and a magnificent man."

Paul Scholes was also sure to leave a message to Charlton.
The former midfielder said: "Hi Sir Bobby, congratulations on your achievement. You've been a massive inspiration not only to me but many United players and fans down the years. All the best."
HRH Prince William joined those leaving a message of goodwill to Charlton, who he brands an "inspiration".