Legendary Republic of Ireland manager Jack Charlton has died at the age of 85.
The former Leeds and England defender who won a World Cup winner's medal in 1966, had been diagnosed with lymphoma in the last year and was also battling dementia.
A family statement read: "Jack died peacefully on Friday, July 10 at the age of 85. He was at home in Northumberland, with his family by his side.
"As well as a friend to many, he was a much-adored husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
"We cannot express how proud we are of the extraordinary life he led and the pleasure he brought to so many people in different countries and from all walks of life.
"He was a thoroughly honest, kind, funny and genuine man who always had time for people.
"His loss will leave a huge hole in all our lives but we are thankful for a lifetime of happy memories."
Tributes have been pouring in all from all over for Big Jack after his passing aged 85.
The FAI tweeted: “The FAI is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Jack Charlton, the manager who changed Irish football forever.
Our thoughts are with Pat and the family at this sad time.”
Leeds United tweeted that the club was “deeply saddened to learn club legend Jack Charlton passed away last night at the age of 85”.
His granddaughter, journalist Emma Wilkinson, tweeted: “Beyond sad to have to say goodbye to my beloved Grandad, Jack Charlton. He enriched so many lives through football, friendship and family. He was a kind, funny and thoroughly genuine man and our family will miss him enormously.”
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