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Bobby Charlton

Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Manchester United on December 7, 2019
Marcus Rashford plays down Cristiano Ronaldo comparisons
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer likened the 22-year-old to one of the greatest players of all time.
Dec 13, 17:29
England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966
England's greatest ever XI including Steven Gerrard, Bobby Moore, Wayne Rooney
Sports Mole selects its all-time England XI ahead of the Three Lions' 1,000th international fixture on Thursday evening.
Nov 12, 22:40
Nicky Butt pictured in Manchester United gear
Nicky Butt talks up importance of giving youth a chance at Manchester United
United have had a youth graduate in their squad for 3,987 straight matches.
Oct 22, 13:38
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on August 4, 2019
Preview: Manchester United vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's blockbuster Premier League opener between Manchester United and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Aug 10, 18:52
Manchester United legend Eric Cantona pictured in June 2018
Eric Cantona emerges as favourite for Manchester United role
Eric Cantona is the bookies' favourite to take over as Manchester United's director of football, despite not being involved in the game for more than two decades.
Feb 15, 13:54
Interim Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on January 2, 2019
Preview: Manchester United vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup third round tie between in-form Manchester United and Championship strugglers Reading at Old Trafford.
Jan 3, 13:41
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
Preview: England vs. USA - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's international farewell for Wayne Rooney as England host USA at Wembley, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Nov 13, 14:06
Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014
England's greatest XI: Does Wayne Rooney make the cut?
Ahead of Wayne Rooney's farewell appearance for England, Sports Mole looks at whether the all-time leading goalscorer would make it into his country's best-ever XI.
Nov 13, 10:42
Wayne Rooney appears for DC United against the Vanncouver Whitecaps on July 14, 2018
Wayne Rooney 'to skipper England' against USA
Wayne Rooney will captain England in a charity fund-raising friendly against the USA at Wembley on November 15, according to a report.
Nov 4, 09:46
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham in happier times at the Royal Wedding on May 19, 2018
Former England captain David Beckham wins UEFA President's Award
Former England captain and Manchester United icon David Beckham admits that he feels "very honoured" to win the 2018 UEFA President's Award.
Aug 30, 19:21
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham in happier times at the Royal Wedding on May 19, 2018
David Beckham to receive UEFA President's Award
Former Manchester United, Real Madrid and England midfielder David Beckham is named as the recipient of the 2018 UEFA President's Award for his contribution to football.
Aug 21, 19:38
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Top 10 Real Madrid players of all time - #2
Sports Mole's countdown of the top 10 Real Madrid players of all time continues with number two - Alfredo di Stefano.
Jul 17, 16:22
England manager Gareth Southgate consoles Marcus Rashford following his side's World Cup semi-final defeat to Croatia on July 11, 2018
Sir Bobby Charlton pays tribute to England
England and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton pays tribute to the Three Lions for their performance at the 2018 World Cup.
Jul 12, 14:02
Croatia players celebrate with Mario Mandzukic after scoring the winning goal in their World Cup semi-final with England on July 11, 2018
England suffer semi-final heartbreak at hands of Croatia
England crash out in the semi-finals of the World Cup courtesy of a 2-1 defeat after extra time at the hands of Croatia, who will face France in the final.
Jul 11, 21:37
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview: England vs. Slovenia
Sports Mole previews England's crucial World Cup qualifier against Slovenia, with the Three Lions just one win away from booking their place at Russia 2018.
Oct 3, 14:57
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata wheels away in celebration after opening the scoring during the Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on September 30, 2017
Report: Manchester United considering expansion of Sir Bobby Charlton Stand
Manchester United are reportedly considering an expansion of Old Trafford which would take its capacity to 88,000.
Oct 3, 14:35
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton watches on from the stands ahead of his side's Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Sir Bobby Charlton: 'Do everything you can to win World Cup'
England legend Sir Bobby Charlton issues a rallying cry to England's players ahead of their final two World Cup qualifying matches.
Oct 3, 13:46
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FA to rename St George's Park training pitch after Sir Bobby Charlton
The Football Association announces that it is renaming England's St George's Park training pitch after World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton.
Oct 1, 11:03
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Gary Speed to be inducted into National Football Museum Hall of Fame
The National Football Museum announces that the late Gary Speed will be inducted into their Hall of Fame on Thursday.
Sep 21, 17:17
Jose Mourinho shakes Wayne Rooney's hand during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Wayne Rooney will be back one day'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho suggests that all-time record goalscorer Wayne Rooney will return to the club at some point in the future.
Sep 17, 22:17
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and captain Wayne Rooney celebrate after winning the EFL Cup against Southampton at Wembley on February 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Easy decision to let Wayne Rooney leave'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho insists that it was an "easy" decision to let Wayne Rooney leave the club for Everton this summer ahead of his first return.
Sep 16, 09:16
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Manchester United unveil grey fan-designed third kit for new season
Manchester United are to wear a grey third kit next season in a carbon-copy of the strip infamously worn two decades ago, which was voted the worst in their history.
Jul 21, 12:14
England captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016
Steven Gerrard tips Wayne Rooney to make England's World Cup squad
Steven Gerrard expects to see former international teammate Wayne Rooney at the World Cup next year should England qualify, citing his experience as the main reason why.
Jun 10, 20:27
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Wayne Rooney: Future is "more or less" decided
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney admits that he has "more or less" decided his future at the club.
May 25, 16:05
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Jose Mourinho: Wayne Rooney situation "very difficult"
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho acknowledges Wayne Rooney's "difficult" situation, with his time at Old Trafford looking increasingly likely to be coming to an end.
May 19, 10:22
England captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016
Wayne Rooney still in England manager Gareth Southgate's plans
Gareth Southgate insists that Wayne Rooney 'is not finished with England' and is still in his plans, despite being left out of his first squad as permanent boss.
Mar 26, 13:28
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Paul Scholes: 'Wayne Rooney could leave in summer'
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes hints that Wayne Rooney could leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.
Feb 16, 10:08
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Manchester United announce £37.6m Q2 operating profit
Manchester United announce an increase in operating profit to £37.6m in their latest quarterly results.
Feb 9, 12:40
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Wayne Rooney "would love" to go into management after retiring
Wayne Rooney insists that the next generation of managers - himself included - will have all the motivation they need to succeed in the industry.
Jan 27, 21:20
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Rio Ferdinand: 'Wayne Rooney is among Manchester United's greatest'
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand claims that Wayne Rooney deserves to be considered alongside George Best and Bobby Charlton as the club's greatest players.
Jan 24, 19:38
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson cannot see Wayne Rooney record being broken
Sir Alex Ferguson is unsure whether Wayne Rooney's record-breaking goalscoring tally at Manchester United will ever be broken.
Jan 24, 18:06
Wayne Rooney of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Wayne Rooney 'offered £1m-a-week China move'
Manchester United's all-time top scorer Wayne Rooney will reportedly be offered wages of £1m a week to move to China this summer.
Jan 21, 22:47
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Wayne Rooney: 'I have utmost respect for Sir Bobby Charlton'
Wayne Rooney says that he has "the utmost respect" for Sir Bobby Charlton as he breaks his record to become Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer.
Jan 21, 20:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sir Alex Ferguson praises "great servant" Wayne Rooney
Sir Alex Ferguson describes Wayne Rooney as "a great servant" as the striker becomes Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer.
Jan 21, 20:19
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sir Bobby Charlton "delighted" for Wayne Rooney
Sir Bobby Charlton says that he is "delighted" to see Wayne Rooney break his record and become Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer.
Jan 21, 20:13
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Jose Mourinho hails "legend" Wayne Rooney
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho pays tribute to "legend" Wayne Rooney as the striker becomes the club's all-time leading goalscorer.
Jan 21, 19:18
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney: 'Breaking goals record a great honour'
Wayne Rooney says that he is "proud" to have become Manchester United's record goalscorer.
Jan 21, 18:07
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Wayne Rooney breaks goalscoring record to save Manchester United
Wayne Rooney becomes the all-time record goalscorer for Manchester United after scoring a last-gasp free kick for his side to secure a 1-1 draw with Stoke City.
Jan 21, 16:55
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has a shot during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016
Live Commentary: Stoke City 1-1 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Stoke City's 1-1 draw with Manchester United, which ended with a record-breaking Wayne Rooney free kick.
Jan 21, 14:00
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has a shot during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016
Preview: Stoke City vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Stoke City and Manchester United at the bet365 Stadium.
Jan 20, 12:22
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Arsenal35255585285780
2Manchester CityMan City34247382325079
3Liverpool35229477364175
4Aston Villa35207873522167
5Tottenham HotspurSpurs341861067541360
6Manchester UnitedMan Utd34166125251154
7Newcastle UnitedNewcastle341651374551953
8Chelsea34149116559651
9West Ham UnitedWest Ham351310125665-949
10Bournemouth35139135260-848
11Wolverhampton WanderersWolves35137154855-746
12Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton341111125257-544
13Fulham35127165155-443
14Crystal Palace351010154557-1240
15Everton35128153748-1136
16Brentford3598185260-835
17Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest3579194262-2026
18Luton TownLuton3567224877-2925
19Burnley3559213870-3224
RSheffield UnitedSheff Utd3537253497-6316


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