Bobby Charlton

Sir Robert "Bobby" Charlton, CBE (born 11 October 1937) is a former English professional football player, one of the most famous names in the game and a hero of the 1966 World Cup. He played almost all his club football at Manchester United, where he became renowned for his attacking instincts from midfield and for his ferocious long-range shot.

Management & Soccer Schools

He became the player manager of Preston North End, taking United and England team-mate Nobby Stiles with him as a player-coach, but Charlton was not suited to management and quit after just one season. He then spent some time playing in South Africa.

Related Topics:
Preston North End - Nobby Stiles - South Africa

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In later years Charlton has been known for his successful "soccer schools" scheme, which were designed to give football-mad youngsters some proper coaching during school holiday periods. In the 1980s, a young David Beckham was among the hopefuls who had his photograph taken with Charlton for outstanding potential at one such soccer school. Charlton also became a member of the board of directors at Manchester United and remains in such a role to this day.

Related Topics:
1980s - David Beckham - Board of directors

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