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The Greatest Manchester United Players Of All Time  From the Busby Babes to Sir Alex Ferguson's golden era, United’s history is rich with iconic footballers who’ve helped build the club’s worldwide reputation. Here's a look at some of the greatest Manchester United players of all time. They have not only thrilled fans but also left an incredible mark on the club's history. 1. Sir Bobby Charlton (1956-1973) No list of Manchester United legends is complete without Sir Bobby Charlton. A survivor of the Munich air disaster in 1958, Charlton embodied everything that Manchester United stands for. With a career spanning 17 years at Old Trafford, Charlton scored 249 goals in 758 appearances, setting a club record that stood for decades. Charlton won three First Division titles and played a crucial role in helping United win their first European Cup in 1968.   His status as one of England’s World Cup winners in 1966 further cemented his place as one of the all-time greats. 2. George...

The History Of Manchester United: From Humble Beginnings To Global Giants Formation & Early Years (1878-1902) The club was founded in 1878 as Newton Heath L&YR Football Club by railway line workers of the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway. The club played its early games in green and gold colours and struggled financially. The club was on the verge of bankruptcy in 1902, but local brewery owner John Henry Davies stepped in to save it. The club then changed its name to Manchester United Football Club, marking the start of a new era. Newton Heath L&YR FC The Early Successes & the Busby Era (1945-69) The club won its first Football League title in 1908 and its first FA Cup under manger Ernest Mangnall. However, the most transformative period in the club’s history began after World War 2 when Matt Busby was appointed as manager in 1945. Busby revolutionised the club by placing an emphasis on youth development, which would later form the core of his famous team, the "B...

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