Teenager in court after ‘vile’ Bobby Charlton chanting

Police launched an investigation following hateful chanting at City’s home game on October 21 about the death of Manchester United and England great Bobby Charlton

Bobby Charlton, a key member of England’s victorious 1966 World Cup team, died aged 86 on October 21.

A teenager has appeared in court in England after “vile” chanting at a Manchester City game over the death of Bobby Charlton.

The 17-year-old, who cannot be identified because of his age, made a “partial admission” to a public order offence to police officers, Manchester Magistrates’ Youth Court heard.