World Cup hero Stiles laid to rest
FORMER Manchester United midfielder Paddy Crerand paid an emotional tribute to “great character” Nobby Stiles at the 1966 World Cup winner’s funeral yesterday.
Stiles died on October 30 at the age of 78 following a long illness. As well as his success with England, former midfielder Stiles was also part of the Manchester United side which became the first English club to win the European Cup in 1968.
The hearse carrying Stiles from the family home in Salford to Manchester Crematorium Southern Cemetery drove past Old Trafford, outside where Crerand was among those paying their respects. “Nobby was one of the great characters of football and not just Manchester United,” said Crerand, 81, who played alongside Stiles in the European Cup win.
Stiles, who had 28 international caps, also won league titles with United in 1965 and 1967.