Stars and fans join memorial tribute to George Best

A host of famous faces gathered at Manchester Cathedral today to celebrate the life of Manchester United legend George Best.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2006 - 12:31

A host of famous faces gathered at Manchester Cathedral today to celebrate the life of Manchester United legend George Best.

Best’s friends and family were joined by United manager Alex Ferguson and the members of the current Red Devils squad as they paid tribute to the city’s adopted son.

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