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He wore it on the day his two goals put England in the final of the 1966 World Cup and left the wonderfully gifted Eusebio in tears. Sir Bobby Charlton's white number 9 shirt from the 2-1 defeat of Portugal is memorabilia gold.

Eddie Thomas has seen it all - and has watched Manchester United win the lot. Thomas' first season at Old Trafford was in 1957 and he'd been to every cup final, including Europeans, until recently when a friend who was responsible for sorting their tickets made an error.

To millions, Denis Law was known simply as The King.

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Denis Law transformed Manchester United as the former Old Trafford boss paid tribute to the legendary striker.

There were tears, hugs and reiterations of the iconic pose of United legend Denis Law as fans gathered to pay their respects to their hero today (January 18).

January 17, 2025The centre forward remains the only Scottish player ever to win the Ballon d’Or, given to the world’s bes footballer every year, which he was awarded in 1964. Nicknamed ‘The King’ and ‘The Lawman’, he formed one third of the so-called ‘Holy Trinity’ for Manchester United in the 1960s, alongside George Best and Bobby Charlton.He twice broke the British transfer record – first signing for Torino for £110,000 in 1961, and then for United for £115,000 a year later. In 11 years at the Old Trafford club, he scored 237 goals, behind only Charlton and Wayne Rooney, and he helped them win the European Cup in 1968.Many of United’s high-profile fans have shared their own tributes to Law, including DJ Dave Haslam, who shared an obituary of the late striker posted on X by the Manchester History account.Denis Law RIPhttps://t.co/JaGHVPZ5f4— ManchesterHist (@McrHistory) January 17, 2025Broadcaster Terry Christian wrote: “The term ‘legend ‘ is used far too loosely nowadays.

It was a night on which Manchester United's reputation as one of the greatest clubs in the world was sealed. At the old Wembley Stadium on May 29th 1968 they beat a talented Benfica 4-1 in extra time to become the first English team to lift the European Cup.

Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher has created a six-hour version of the Manchester group’s rock ’n’ roll anthem Champagne Supernova.

Noel Gallagher has created a six-hour-long, ambient version of the Oasis track ‘Champagne Supernova’ for an upcoming exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London.The song, which was first released on the band’s 1995 sophomore album ‘(What’s The Story) Morning Glory?’, has been transformed into a mixed track that spans across six hours. It will be played as a portrait of Britpop icon Noel Gallagher will go on display at the Trafalgar Square museum later this month.It all comes as part of a new Legends exhibition, which includes 100 portraits taken by UK photographer Zoë Law, and depicts famous faces who influenced her in both her life and her career.Alongside Gallagher’s portrait will be one of England World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton, Sex And The City star Kim Cattrall, Pirates Of The Caribbean actor Orlando Bloom, and a never-before-seen portrait of Sienna Miller.

Noel Gallagher is set to go on display at London’s National Portrait Gallery later this year.The photograph of the Oasis legend, taken by photographer Zoe Law, will go on display for the first time as part of the gallery’s ‘Legends’ exhibition on November 29.The portrait will then be added to gallery’s permanent collection once the exhibit comes to an end on March 2, 2025.The musician said he was “thrilled and honoured” to be among the portraits, according to a press statement.He added: “The thought of the portrait of a grumpy middle-aged man, who frankly hates having his picture taken, being permanently displayed for future generations to marvel at is very special. Thanks and praise.”A post shared by ZOË LAW (@zoelawlondon)The portrait will be displayed in a black and white collection of photos that also includes England World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton, a never-before-seen picture of Sex And The City star Kim Cattrall and Lord Of The Rings actor Orlando Bloom.London-based photographer Law shared: “It is the greatest honour that my portrait of the legend Noel Gallagher has been acquired by the National Portrait Gallery – a lasting legacy that all portrait photographers and artists dream of.”It comes on the heels of Oasis’ reunion tour announcement, tickets for which completely sold out after hundreds of thousands of fans were held in long queues for hours.The dynamic pricing which increased with demand also took many fans by surprise.In response to the huge demand, Oasis announced on Wednesday (September 4) that they would be playing two extra shows at Wembley on September 27 and 28, but this time with much stricter rules in place for the ticket sales.They have since shared more details about the private ballot.

Touching tributes have been paid to a talented footballer and former local election candidate who died suddenly at his home aged just 47.

Manchester United fans angered by the decision to relocate their season tickets at Old Trafford have announced a protest campaign in an attempt to stop the plans.

Angry Manchester United matchgoers have accused the club of hypocrisy by installing hospitality seats at the expense of long-time season-ticket holders.

The next academy player to make their debut for Manchester United will be the 250th youngster to achieve that dream after progressing through the youth ranks.

Since Manchester United floated on the New York Stock Exchange in August 2012, there have been two boards: the company board and the football board.

In the history of football, only 13 players have won the World Cup and played professionally for Manchester United.

Sir Kenny Dalglish has spoken of his joy after it was revealed he is to receive a lifetime achievement gong at BBC's Sports Personality of the Year awards.

Manchester has called for peace in Gaza and condemned the deaths of innocent lives caught up in the conflict.

A new mural depicting the late Sir Bobby Charlton has been painted on The Trafford pub near to the home of Manchester United.

A murderer who killed the son of a former Manchester United star has died in a Lancashire prison.

Prince William will visit Manchester on Thursday - making good on a promise he gave to a Moss Side woman he met at Buckingham Palace.