Manchester United announce Sir Bobby Charlton memorial service with final farewell at Old Trafford
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United have confirmed a memorial service is to be held for Sir Bobby Charlton at Manchester Cathedral. The Manchester United icon passed away on October 21 at the age of 86.
Charlton made 758 appearances for United and won the European Cup in 1968 as well as the World Cup with England in 1966. Tributes for the legendary figure have been pouring in over the last nine days, with United moving to pay tribute ahead of their home matches against FC Copenhagen and Manchester City.
The area in front of the Trinity Statue at Old Trafford - which depicts Charlton alongside his heroic teammates George Best and Denis Law - has been covered with floral tributes as well as memorabilia from countless clubs. READ MORE: Ten Hag is becoming a problem but United have bigger problems READ MORE: Exclusive: Arnold believes United are making good progress Around 80,000 people have also signed the books of condolences, both online and in person, and mourners are being given another chance to celebrate Charlton's remarkable life in an upcoming memorial service.
The service will take place at Manchester Cathedral on Monday, November 13 at 2pm. The procession to the cathedral will also pass by Old Trafford where fans will be able to say a final farewell.
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