The football world has paid tribute to Red Devils legend George Best 20 years after his death.
Often hailed as one of the greatest footballers to ever grace the pitch, Best remains an enduring icon two decades after his passing.
The Northern Irish legend joined Manchester United as a teenager, discovered by scout Bob Bishop, who famously told manager Matt Busby, "I think I’ve found you a genius."
Known for his dazzling dribbling, low centre of gravity, and fearless creativity, he led United to win the 1968 European Cup and became the youngest player to score in a final.
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That same year, Best claimed the prestigious Ballon d’Or award.
George Best died on November 25, 2005, at the age of 59, remembered as a Manchester United legend and a football revolutionary.
The Northern Ireland national team led tributes, posting: "Twenty years on, we remember George Best. The Belfast boy whose talent lit up the world. A legend who changed football forever. Never forgotten"
Under the touching tribute, one fan wrote: "We will never be blessed with anyone as special as Georgie Best."
George Best died 20 years ago today | GETTY Another one added: "The REAL meaning of ' Legend ' Rest in peace George."
During yesterday's match at Old Trafford, Manchester United fans took to their feet to applaud the legend.
The club posted: "Old Trafford legend to applaud the late, great George Best, who passed away on 25 November 2005. Gone but NEVER forgotten."
Reacting under the post, one fan commented: "The wizard of the wing—dribbling into legend status. Miss you, Georgie."
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George Best claimed the prestigious Ballon d’Or award
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A second added: "Good Lord, 20 years since we lost him. I was blessed to see him play. The whole stadium would hold its breath when he got the ball. A magical, once-in-a-lifetime footballer."
Speaking today on GB News, Eamonn Holmes described Best as his "personal hero" and revealed the footballer’s family personally invited him to conduct the service at Parliament Buildings in 2005.
The People's Channel presenter said: "I wanted to be like him. I wanted to wear my socks like him, my shirt outside my shorts, socks down around my ankles, everything.
"Obviously, nobody could play like him, but what an influence. What a guy."
Manchester United squad 1968-69 pre season pictured with the European Cup
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He added: "George had star quality. He had the film star looks and the swagger.
"He was a humble man, until the alcohol made him slightly less humble.
"He had the right to be arrogant, such was his genius."
Fellow GB News presenter and football fan Dawn Neesom took to X to pay tribute, writing: "How on earth is it 20 years since we lost George Best? Literally one of the best & a joy to cover his life & career."
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