The South stand at Old Trafford is to have a name change after the legend himself, Sir Bobby Charlton. The unveiling of the new name will be announced at the home match against Everton on the 2nd April in behalf of 75,000 fans. Sir Bobby Charlton has made 758 appearances for the club and scoring a record 249 goals. Just recently he also had the record of 49 goals for the England National team, until Wayne Rooney broke the record in September.
Ed Woodward commented: "Bobby is, quite simply, the most iconic figure in English football history. A player, a diplomat, a gentleman and a tireless worker for charity, he represents everything that is good about football and Manchester United. Renaming the South Stand, which contains both the Directors’ Box and the old players’ changing rooms, is a fitting tribute to all that Bobby has contributed to the club both as a player and a director.”
Sir Bobby said: “This is a great honour and I am very proud – for myself and my family – that the club has chosen to name the South Stand after me. Manchester United has been such an important part of my life and I have so many wonderful memories of this Theatre of Dreams. As a player, I remember the goals and the marvellous players I played with. As a director, I have seen some outstanding matches and players. It is a special place indeed. “I would like to thank everyone connected with Manchester United. So many people work so hard to keep us at the top; their effort should never be forgotten. But most of all, I would like to thank Norma, my wonderful wife, and my family for the support and encouragement they have always provided. This is for them.”
So it's no surprise that Bobby Charlton is receiving this great honour that he thoroughly deserves. Manchester United may not be making history now, but the history at the club remains forever. Lest we never forget.
