What did Bobby Charlton think of George Best?

Sir Bobby Charlton

“George was as good as anyone you will see; he used to embarrass players time and time again. It was paradise watching George play football.”

Is George Best the best footballer ever?

"George Best was one of the most talented players of all time and probably the best footballer who never made it to a major world final." — 1974 World Cup winning West Germany captain Franz Beckenbauer on Best not playing at a World Cup. Best was capped 37 times for Northern Ireland, scoring nine goals.

Was Bobby Charlton that good?

In keeping with retro football law, Bobby Charlton does not disappoint. Playing for Manchester United he thumped in 249 goals in 758 appearances. Won three league titles, the FA Cup and the European Cup … oh, and secured a World Cup win with England in 1966 to boot.

Did Bobby Charlton lose his hair?

Attacking Midfielder, Bobby Charlton –Manchester United and England legend, Charlton was a member of the of the World Cup winning squad of 1966. Charlton began to lose his hair at a relatively young age, but attempted to hide the condition with a comb-over.

Why did George Best leave Man Utd?

Distractions off the field dominated, and an increasing reliance on alcohol changed him forever. By 1974, he had fallen out with United boss Tommy Docherty and played his last game for the club after 178 goals in 466 matches. "He didn't like Tommy Docherty, he hit the self-destruct button and ran away from it all.

Bobby Charlton On George Best (1988)

What did Pele say about George Best?

Pele. “The great football critics said that because of his technical skills he didn't seem like a European athlete but rather like a Brazilian athlete who danced the samba with the ball at his feet. “George Best until today is a footballer without comparison and his technical skills will never be forgotten.”

Did Bobby Charlton ever get booked?

Bobby Charlton (right) has finally received his first booking in international football - 32 years after the infamously bad-tempered World Cup game against Argentina. FIFA revealed yesterday, hours before the England v Argentina match, that Charlton was booked for dissent in the Wembley quarter-final in 1966.

Is Dennis Law still alive?

Denis Law and his wife still live in the Manchester area.

Why is Bobby Charlton not in FIFA?

Bobby Charlton

We'd predict his absence has been caused by licensing issues in previous titles but assuming these can be worked around, it'd be great to take control of the Manchester United legend and one of the greatest midfielders of all time in FUT 19.

Could Duncan Edwards have survived?

If Edwards had survived, it was believed his injuries were so serious he would almost certainly never have played football again. The sports writer Frank Taylor, who survived the crash at Munich, and recovered in the same hospital as Edwards, wrote about his harrowing experience in his book The Day A Team Died.

How good was Duncan Edwards?

He was strong and had a fantastic football brain. His ability was complete – right foot, left foot, long passing, short passing. He did everything instinctively. Although he is primarily remembered as a defensive midfielder, Edwards is said to have been able to operate in any outfield position.

Has Bobby Charlton got dementia?

World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton has been diagnosed with dementia. Sir Bobby's wife, Lady Norma Charlton, confirmed to The Telegraph that the former footballer has been diagnosed with dementia.

Did Pele say George Best was better than him?

Russell Stoddart. Pele has always said that George Best was the greatest footballer he ever saw and played the game more like a Brazilian than a European. It is one of football's biggest disappointments that their paths never crossed when either of the legends were at their peak.

What did George Best say about Ronaldo?

Best was quoted by ESPN : “It was undoubtedly the most exciting debut performance I've ever seen. “There have been players who have some similarities [to me], but this lad's got more than anyone else, especially as he is genuinely two-footed.

Who is better Messi or George Best?

As a pure footballer, George Best was everything Messi is and more. Despite playing for one of the most successful club teams in football history, with 60 recognised honours, George Best has a rather modest haul in winners' medals in comparison with Messi.

Who is the latest footballer to be diagnosed with dementia?

Terry McDermott who won three European Cups and five league titles for Liverpool is the latest football star to be diagnosed with dementia.

Who is the latest footballer to have dementia?

Terry McDermott, who won three European Cups and five league titles in a glittering career with Liverpool, has revealed he is the latest football icon battling dementia.

Which footballer has dementia?

The 81-year-old says he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and vascular dementia but he is "determined to continue watching my club, Manchester United at Old Trafford". Manchester United and Scotland footballer Denis Law has revealed he has been diagnosed with dementia.

Who has the least red cards in football history?

Andres Iniesta

Iniesta is no stranger to the referees notebook, picking up 67 bookings in his club career and five in his 131 Spain caps. However, in more than 900 games as a senior pro, he hasn't seen red even once.

What footballer never had a yellow card?

The most recent player to go through an entire career without being booked is BBC's man, Gary Lineker. The Englishman started his career with Leicester City, moved to Everton, then to Barcelona and ended his European stint with a move to London's Tottenham Hotspur.

Which player has never collect yellow card?

Peter Shilton. Shilton, pictured here in 1979, never received a yellow card in his career. He was sent off once though.

Who is the most decorated Manchester United player?

The most decorated player the English Premier League has ever produced. He spent his entire 24-year playing career with Manchester United. Ryan made more appearances and won more honours than any other player in Manchester United's illustrious history.

What is Man Utd biggest defeat?

What is Man Utd's biggest ever defeat in history? Man United's biggest loss of all time is 7-0. They have suffered a 7-0 defeat on three occasions, to Blackburn Rovers on 10 April 1926, to Aston Villa on 27 December 1930 and Wolves on 26 December 1931. These games all represent Man Utd's biggest ever league defeats.