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Sir Bobby Charlton dies aged 86: England and Manchester United legend passes away surrounded by family after long battle with dementia - leaving just Sir Geoff Hurst alive from the team of heroes who won the World Cup in 1966

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England and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton has died aged 86 after a battle with dementia.

Sir Bobby, who made 758 appearances for his club and earned 106 caps for his beloved country, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family this morning.

He is survived by his wife Lady Norma, their two daughters Suzanne and Andrea and grandchildren.

The gifted footballer, who was born in Ashington, Northumberland, on October 11, 1937, is widely viewed as one of the greats of the game and was part of England's 1966 World Cup winning side.

Following his death, Sir Geoff Hurst - who famously scored a hat-trick in England's 4-2 victory over West Germany at Wembley - is now the only member of the team still alive.