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Manchester United Mourns Loss of Legend Denis Law

Manchester United is in mourning after the passing of club legend Denis Law at the age of 84. Law’s family confirmed his death in a statement on Friday, remembered as one of the greatest figures in United’s storied history.

The King of the Stretford End

Widely regarded as one of the best players to ever don the famous red shirt, Law made 404 appearances for United between 1962 and 1973, scoring a remarkable 237 goals. The Scottish striker formed an iconic “United Trinity” partnership with Sir Bobby Charlton and George Best, memorialized in a statue outside Old Trafford.

Denis Law’s legacy will live on as long as Manchester United exists. He embodied the spirit and love for the game that made him a hero to generations of supporters.

– Manchester United statement

Rebuilding a Giant

Most of Law’s appearances came under the legendary Sir Matt Busby as the club painstakingly rebuilt following the devastating 1958 Munich Air Disaster. Law played a vital role in restoring United to the pinnacle of English and European football.

  • 1965 & 1967 English First Division titles
  • 1968 European Cup champion

Individual Accolades

Beyond his immense impact at United, Law also achieved remarkable individual success. In 1964, he became only the second British player to win the prestigious Ballon d’Or as the best footballer in Europe.

International Icon

On the international stage, Law represented Scotland with distinction, earning 55 caps and scoring 30 goals for his country. He was a talismanic figure and remains one of the nation’s all-time greats.

A Life in Football

Law’s football journey took him from humble beginnings at Huddersfield Town to two spells with Manchester City and a season in Italy with Torino. But it was his 11 years at Manchester United for which he will always be most fondly remembered.

Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84.

– Manchester United

As fans around the world pay tribute, Law’s family thanked all those who supported and cared for him, especially in his later years as he battled dementia. His fighting spirit on the pitch was matched by his fortitude in his final battle. Denis Law’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of Manchester United and football supporters everywhere.