Denis Law, iconic former Manchester United footballer and former Ballon d’Or winner, died on Friday January 17. According to a press release shared by those close to him, the player of Scottish origin passed away after a long battle with illness.
This is sad news for football fans. Denis Law, the former Manchester United striker, died on Friday January 17, at the age of 84, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. It was his children who revealed his death through a press release. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a difficult battle, but he is now at peace. We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his well-being and care, both in the past and more recently. We know how much people supported and loved him, and that love was always appreciated and made a difference. Thank you all“, they sadly said.
Denis Law at Manchester United: focus on his career
During his time with the English club (from 1962 to 1973), Denis Law truly shone with his performances since in 404 appearances, he scored nearly 237 goals. Prowess which then placed him in third position among the best scorers in the club’s history, behind Wayne Rooney and Bobby Charlton, who died in October 2023. Moreover, if the one the fans affectionately called “The King“(the king, in French) joined Manchester United in 1962, he had first proven himself within the Italian club Torino FC. He had joined the English club following the Munich plane crash, occurred on February 6, 1958, during which former Manchester United players lost their lives On social networks, the club also wished him a vibrant (and final) tribute.Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the king of the Stretford End, who has died aged 84. Our most sincere condolences go to Denis’ family and his many friends. His memory will remain forever etched in our memories.“, we can read.
Denis Law: a player with multiple awards
During his career, Denis Law has received numerous awards. The most prestigious of these is, without a shadow of a doubt, the Ballon d’Or, obtained in 1964. But that’s not all. He was also crowned twice during the English championships (in 1965 then in 1967) and also lifted the European Champion Clubs’ Cup in 1968. So many achievements which encouraged the football club to erect a statue in his likeness in front of the legendary Old Trafford stadium.
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