TRIUMPH and disaster has touched the life of George Best in almost equal measure. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most talented footballers, he seemed to turn his back on his own great gifts, his footsteps leading him to heavy drinking and prison.

MANCHESTER UNITED chief executive David Gill has played down speculation surrounding Alex Ferguson by insisting the manager's Old Trafford future has never been discussed.

Bill George spoke to Nicky Button his hopes of regaining a regular place in the Man United first team.