Manchester United fans slam Glazers for not sending representative to Charlton’s funeral

Manchester United fans slam Glazers for not sending representative to Charlton's funeral

Manchester United fans have condemned the Glazer family for not sending a representative to Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral. The American family and owners of the Old Trafford club, reportedly said they will stay away to avoid being a distraction. Meanwhile, a statement released by Manchester United’s protest group, The 1958, showed dismay at the club owners attitude. “The Glazers have proved time and again they are alienated from the football club and fan base, and this is just another shameful example.

Manchester United fans slam Glazers for not sending representative to Charlton's funeral

Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral was today – Getty image “It is our opinion that they simply view Manchester United as a cash cow.” The statement also pointed at the Glazers’ lack of public comments following the recent passing of Lady Cathy, Sir Alex Ferguson’s wife. They view the owners lack of interest as another instance of being out of touch with the club’s values and traditions.

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton’s Funeral

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton's Funeral

Sir Alex Ferguson, Prince William, and a host of English football legends joined mourners at Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral service on Monday. The funeral procession honouring one of the England’s greatest-ever players passed by Old Trafford before reaching Manchester Cathedral for a memorial service. Ferguson, who arrived with former United CEO David Gill, offered words about the legend. “He was a fantastic man. I’m here at United because of Bobby Charlton.

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton's Funeral

Alex Ferguson attends Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral “The day I came, he supported me 100 per cent, all the way. He was totally behind me and everything we tried to do with youth,” Ferguson said. United players, past and present, also paid their respects. Maguire, Shaw, Evans, and Heaton represented the current squad. Former stars Crerand, Stepney, Robson, Scholes, Keane, Schmeichel, and Cole also attended.