George Best was the first celebrity footballer, the player who many reckon to be the finest these isles have ever produced. But fame never sat easy with him. Sure, he liked some of its attendant ...

George Best, age 82, passed away on Thursday, August 1st 2024 at his home in Manhattan Beach surrounded by family. George was born in Brisbane, Australia where he was a highly esteemed Surf Life Saver ...

Family and fans of George Best have paid tribute to the football legend, on the 20th anniversary of his death. Born in Belfast in 1946, Best joined Manchester United at just 15 and made his debut two ...

Manchester United have released their latest fashion collection, paying homage to club legend George Best. Threaded with a retro feel, the range draws inspiration from the Red Devils' 1967/68 European ...

Only two footballers have airports named after them. One is George Best, the other is Cristiano Ronaldo. This, in itself, betrays the sheer size and allure of Manchester United but, also, how revered ...

Maradona good, Pele better, George Best. It's a famous saying to judge three of the best footballers in the 20th century. On 25 November, it will be 20 years since George Best passed away, and almost ...

As a fresh generation of Northern Ireland players strive to return to football's grandest stage, George Best continues to be an inspiration. Nearly half of Michael O'Neill's latest squad were barely ...

He was one of the greatest footballers in the world. An icon revered for his skill on the pitch and his extravagant lifestyle off it. He played with Manchester United as one of their star players for ...

The Red Devils icon had a wicked sense of humour and never shied away from poking fun at others - and indeed himself George Best is an iconic figure at Manchester United and with good reason, having ...

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Portraits of the painter LS Lowry and football legends Sir Bobby Charlton and George Best feature in two new exhibitions of work by the late artist Harold Riley in his home city.