Bobby Charlton, an England World Cup winner and one of Manchester United’s greatest players, has died at the age of 86.
On 21 October 2023, a statement from Charlton’s family confirmed that he had died that morning.
Who was Bobby Charlton?
Bobby Charlton, byname of Sir Robert Charlton was an English football (soccer) player and manager who is regarded as one of the greatest English footballers.
He was a member of the England team that won the 1966 FIFA World Cup, the year he also won the Ballon d’Or. He finished second in the Ballon d’Or voting in 1967 and 1968.
He played almost all of his club football at Manchester United, where he became renowned for his attacking instincts, passing abilities from midfield, ferocious long-range shot, fitness, and stamina.
He was cautioned only twice in his career; once against Argentina in the 1966 World Cup, and once in a league match against Chelsea.
With success at club and international level, he was one of nine players to have won the FIFA World Cup, the European Cup and the Ballon d’Or.
His elder brother Jack, who was also in the World Cup-winning team, was a former defender for Leeds United and international manager.
Born in Ashington, Northumberland , Charlton began his football career with Manchester United at 18 in 1956. He played a key role in their 1957 First Division championship win.
However, his life changed dramatically after surviving the tragic Munich air disaster in February 1958, where he was the sole survivor from the club.
He was instrumental in United’s successes, winning the FA Cup in 1963 and the Football League in 1965 and 1967.
As captain, he led the team to victory in the 1968 European Cup, scoring two goals in the final and making them the first English club to win the title.
Charlton left Manchester United to become manager of Preston North End for the 1973–74 season. He changed to player-manager the following season.
He next accepted a post as a director with Wigan Athletic, then became a member of Manchester United’s board of directors in 1984.
At international level, Charlton was named in the England squad for four World Cups (1958, 1962, 1966, and 1970), though he did not play in the first.
At the time of his retirement from the England team in 1970, he was the nation’s most capped player, having turned out 106 times at the highest level; Bobby Moore overtook this in 1973.
Charlton held the title of the all-time leading goalscorer for Manchester United and England for a considerable period.
Additionally, he was the player with the most appearances for United, having played in 758 matches.
It was not until the 2008 Champions League final that Ryan Giggs surpassed Charlton’s record.
With 249 goals, he was the club’s highest all-time goalscorer for more than 40 years, until his record was surpassed by Wayne Rooney in 2017.
He is also the third-highest goalscorer for England; his record of 49 goals was beaten in 2015 by Rooney, and again by Harry Kane in 2022.
Bobby Charlton Biography?
Bobby Charlton was born in Ashington, Northumberland, England, on 11 October 1937 to coal miner Robert “Bob” Charlton and Elizabeth Ellen “Cissie” Charlton.
He was related to several professional footballers on his mother’s side of the family: his uncles were Jack Milburn (Leeds United and Bradford City),
George Milburn (Leeds United and Chesterfield), Jim Milburn (Leeds United and Bradford Park Avenue) and Stan Milburn (Chesterfield, Leicester City and Rochdale), and legendary Newcastle United and England footballer Jackie Milburn was his mother’s cousin.
However, Charlton credited much of the early development of his career to his grandfather Tanner and his mother Cissie.
His elder brother, Jack, initially worked as a miner before applying to the police, only to also become a professional footballer with Leeds United.
Bobby Charlton Age
Bobby Charlton was a legendary English footballer who died on October 21, 2023, at the age of 86.
Bobby Charlton Wife
Bobby Charlton was married to Norma Ball, whom he met at an ice skating rink in Manchester in 1959.
They tied the knot in 1961 and stayed together until his death in 2023.
Bobby Charlton Children
Bobby Charlton had two children: Suzanne and Andrea. Suzanne Charlton was born in 1962 and followed her father’s footsteps into football.
She was a goalkeeper for the England women’s national team and later became a weather presenter for the BBC.
Andrea Charlton was born in 1965 and worked as a teacher. She also supported her father’s charitable work and helped raise awareness about dementia.
Bobby Charlton Parents
Bobby Charlton was the son of Robert “Bob” Charlton and Elizabeth “Cissie” Charlton.
His father was a miner and his mother was a football enthusiast who taught Bobby and his brothers how to play.
Bobby Charlton Siblings
Bobby Charlton had three brothers: Jack, Tommy, and Gordon. Jack Charlton was also a footballer who played for Leeds United and England. He died in 2020, aged 85.
Tommy Charlton was the youngest of the four and played for Ashington FC. Gordon Charlton did not pursue a football career but supported his brothers.
Bobby Charlton Family
Bobby Charlton was part of a large family of football enthusiasts and professionals. Here is a list of his family members:
Norma Ball: his wife, whom he married in 1961 and stayed with until his death.
Suzanne Charlton: his eldest daughter, who was a goalkeeper for the England women’s national team and a weather presenter for the BBC.
Andrea Charlton: his youngest daughter, who was a teacher and a supporter of his charitable work.
Robert Charlton: his father, who was a miner and a football fan.
Elizabeth Charlton: his mother, who taught him and his brothers how to play football.
Jack Charlton: his older brother, who was also a footballer for Leeds United and England. He died in 2020, aged 85.
Tommy Charlton: his younger brother, who played for Ashington FC.
Gordon Charlton: his other younger brother, who did not pursue a football career but supported his brothers.
Jack Milburn, George Milburn, Jim Milburn, and Stan Milburn: his uncles, who were all professional footballers for various clubs.
Jackie Milburn: his mother’s cousin, who was a legendary footballer for Newcastle United and England.
Bobby Charlton Net worth
Bobby Charlton’s net worth was estimated to be around $25 million to $45 million at the time of his death.
He earned most of his wealth from his football career, He also invested in property, owning several luxury homes in the UK and Spain.
Bobby Charlton Cause of death
Bobby Charlton died on October 21, 2023, at the age of 86.
He had a long battle with dementia, which he was diagnosed with in 20202.
He passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his family.
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