Best even wore the number 9 jersey once for United, with Bobby Charlton injured, on 22 March 1969 at Old Trafford, scoring the only goal in a 1–0 win over Sheffield Wednesday. [69] In total Best made 474 appearances for Manchester United in all competitions from 1963 to 1974, and scored 181 goals.

Today, 14 September, marks the 61st anniversary of George Best's debut for Manchester United in 1963. The dizzyingly talented Northern Irishman is still regarded by many Reds as the greatest...

Sep 14, 2022 · Fifty-nine years on, we remember the day that George Best introduced his staggering talent to Old Trafford.

Oct 3, 2023 · In 1963, the iconic stage of Old Trafford lit up with the introduction of George Best. Making his debut against West Bromwich Albion, George Best showcased glimpses of the brilliance that would come to define his career.

Sep 10, 2023 · It was 60 years ago this week that a certain young man from east Belfast made his debut for Manchester United. His name is George Best, and he was a genius. On a bright sunny day on Wednesday...

On the 14th of September 1963 George Best made his Manchester United debut against West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford. Here’s a look back at how his career transpired…

Nov 27, 2021 · The great George Best.” Although his final retirement came at 38-years-old playing with the Brisbane Lions, by the time Best realised his art was not a panacea for everything at Old Trafford,...

From the streets of East Belfast to the hallowed turf of Old Trafford, George Best’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of football and the enduring spirit of a boy who dared to dream of greatness.

That this House notes that the 14 September 2023 will mark the 60th anniversary of George Best's United debut; notes that the Northern Ireland born legend has been descried as one of the greats, having played 470 matches and scoring 179 goals during his 10 year long residency with the club; highlights the start of his journey on Belfast's ...

During his early years at Old Trafford, Best was a shy teenager who passed his free time in snooker halls. However, he later became known for his long hair, good looks and extravagant celebrity lifestyle, and appeared on Top of the Pops in 1965.