Today, on the 16th anniversary of his passing aged just 59, I would like to pay tribute to the life of George Best, a fellow Belfast Boy, considered by many Manchester United fans as the greatest-ever player to have played for the club. And, having been born and bred in east Belfast, Georgie can I send you this message: you were, you are, you still remain and you will always be my hero.
Born on 22 May 1946, George Best began to play for his local youth club, Cregagh Boys in east Belfast, at the age of 13.