Source: Daily_Mail
Manchester United great Sir Bobby Charlton delighted to receive special UEFA award
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton has admitted it is a 'privilege' to be awarded the UEFA President's Award.[LNB]Charlton, one of the most celebrated footballers in the history of the game, was presented with the award by UEFA President Michel Platini before United's European Cup semi-final first leg clash with Arsenal at Old Trafford.[LNB]Charlton played a staring role in United's unforgettable European Cup win in 1968 at Wembley, scoring two goals in the 4-1 win over Benfica.[LNB] UEFA President Michel Platini presents Sir Bobby Charlton with the UEFA Presidents Award at Old Trafford on Wednesday[LNB]The triumph came ten years after the Munich air crash, which Charlton survived.[LNB]Platini said: 'It is a great privilege for me to present the UEFA President's Award to such an outstanding gentleman and ambassador for our game as Sir Bobby Charlton.[LNB]'Sir Bobby represents everything that is good about the game of football: fair play, respect and true loyalty.'[LNB]Chalrton said: 'I am honored to receive this award from the UEFA president.[LNB]'Many of the most memorable games I have been involved in both asa player and a director have been in UEFA competitions.[LNB] Unforgettable: Charlton lifts the European Cup on an emotional night at Wembley in 1968[LNB]'There is nodoubt that the European Cup - now the UEFA Champions League - holds aspecial place in my heart.'[LNB]Charlton played for United from 1953-73, and was part of the fabled 'holy trinity', with George Best and Denis Law, that helped to cement United legend's in the 1960s.[LNB]Former Real Madrid great Alfredo di Stefano was the previous recipient of the President's Award.[LNB]'It is a real privilege to follow one of the greatest names ever in the game,' Charlton added.[LNB] United push on with mega-bid for Kaka - but Fergie admits Barca star Messi is betterEarning Fergie's respect is a privilege of getting older, insists WengerMANCHESTER UNITED FC
