George Best: 1946-2005

“Manchester United’s glorious history has been created by people like George Best,” says Bobby Charlton, who spent almost 10 years alongside him at Old Trafford.

George Best: 1946-2005
Sat, 26 Nov, 2005 - 00:00

He has gone somewhere now where no one can hurt him any more. He is safe now.

- Agent Phil Hughes, who was with Best in good times and bad for more than 25 years.

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