Source: Telegraph
Arise Sir Ryan Giggs: Man United fans petition to have Welshman knighted
The Welshman was named the PFA Player of the Year at the weekend and in its first day, the petition has already received almost 5,000 signatures. [LNB]Admirers of the player are being urged to log on to www.sirryangiggs.com and add their name to the list which will then be sent to the authorities. [LNB] Related ArticlesGiggs' best momentsWho gets your vote?Giggs voted PFA Player of the YearO'Neill wants Young to kick onGiggs a worthy winner?Ryan Giggs is the Premier League player for all seasonsGiggs is already an OBE but never before has a player still playing received such an accolade. The citation, that will be sent to the Queen, claims: 'Giggs is the most decorated player in English footballing history having served the full length of his career demonstrating a loyalty to his club that has become a rare sight in this glorious sport. [LNB]'Having served as captain for club and country, he is the youngest footballer to have represented Wales. A clean player who has NEVER been red-carded for Man Utd. He has provided football fans young and old the world over countless moments of inspiration and joy, having demonstrated the highest sportsmanship, he is also a fundraiser for charity and a campaigner against landmines and racism.' [LNB]The website includes a two minute clip of Giggs' brilliance, and the citation continues: 'An integral part of his club's dominance in the English Premiership and twice-champion of Europe, now be considered for Knighthood in honor of his actions in service and as a positive role model.' [LNB]
