'He was larger than life': tributes pour in for football legend Jack Charlton
The Guardian UK
World Cup winner and former Ireland manager dies aged 85‘He changed everything about Irish football,’ says Ray HoughtonTributes to Jack Charlton have poured in from across the world of football after the World Cup winner and former Republic of Ireland manager died aged 85 on Friday.During his time in charge of Ireland, Charlton led the team to two World Cups and a European Championship, earning him legendary status in the country. The former defender was already a hero in England, having won the 1966 World Cup. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/jul/11/he-was-larger-than-life-football-world-pays-tribute-to-jack-charlton
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