Manchester United legend Denis Law has passed away aged 84.
Law was one of the best strikers the club and perhaps the world has ever seen and is still today the only Scottish player to have won the Ballon d’Or. He was also part of the 1968 United side that was the first English team to win the European Cup, now the Champions League.
He scored an incredible 237 goals in 404 appearances for the Red Devils and was nicknamed “the King”. He is one of the three players, along with George Best and Bobby Charlton, immortalised on the Trinity statue outside the Old Trafford stadium.
The club confirmed the sad news on their X account this evening, with a message from Law’s family, saying:
“It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.
“We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently.
“We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you.”
Law had been struggling with vascular dementia since 2021.
Manchester United is saddened to bring you the following statement from the family of Denis Law.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 17, 2025
The club also issued the following statement:
“Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club’s greatest and most beloved players.
“The ultimate goalscorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation.
“Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’ family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.”
Journalist Andy Mitten quotes Law’s teammate, Brian Kidd, as saying:
“He was slight, with the heart of a lion. An unbelievable finisher, he scored every type of goal. He said to me: ‘If you’re ever wide, don’t look up, put the cross in early. If I’m not there it’s my fault’. He was usually there. Sir Matt loved him. We all did. He was the King of the Stretford End.”
Law was awarded the CBE in 2016 for his services to football and charity.
The Peoples Person team would like to pass on their condolences to Denis’ family and friends at this difficult time.
A true legend in every sense of the word, King Denis will live on forever in our memories.
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