The English football world is in mourning following the passing of Bobby Charlton, a Manchester United and England football legend.

At the age of 86, the "Sir Bobby Charlton," who scored 49 goals for England and 249 goals for Manchester United in his 17-year career, passed away after a long and illustrious career.

Charlton's outstanding performance on the pitch and leadership off the pitch have earned him the respect and admiration of his peers and generations of football players.

The Premier League club mourned the loss of a legend, describing him as a "legend of the game".