Paddy Crerand hails ‘great character’ Nobby Stiles as funeral takes place

Former Manchester United midfielder Paddy Crerand played alongside Nobby Stiles in the 1968 European Cup final at Wembley (Martin Rickett/PA)

Former Manchester United midfielder Paddy Crerand paid an emotional tribute to “great character” Nobby Stiles as the 1966 World Cup winner’s funeral took place on Thursday.

Stiles died on October 30 at the age of 78 following a long illness.