A Tribute To...Bobby Charlton

Barney Corkhill's " A Tribute To..." series once again looks at football. In this series I look at the greatest talents to grace various sports. Today's tribute looks at a Manchester United and England legend, and a man who has experienced the very highest and very lowest feelings in football. He has scored more goals for Manchester United and England than any other player. I speak, of course, of the great Sir Bobby Charlton. Born October 11, 1937, Robert Charlton was born into a football mad family. He was destined for football stardom before he had even kicked a ball. His uncles were Jack Milburn, George Milburn, Jim Milburn, and Stan Milburn—all of whom were professional footballers. His mother's cousin was Jackie Milburn, one of the greatest players in the history of Newcastle Football Club. His elder brother, Jack Charlton, would also go on to become a highly successful professional footballer. At the tender age of 15, Bobby Charlton signed a pre-contract agreement with ... (link)