BREAKING NEWS: England World Cup winner and former Ireland manager Jack Charlton dies aged 85 

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BREAKING NEWS: England World Cup winner and former Ireland manager Jack Charlton dies aged 85

By Adam Shergold

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England 1966 World Cup hero Jack Charlton has died at the age of 85.

The former defender, who played for Leeds United with distinction for 21 years and later managed the Republic of Ireland, passed away following a long-term illness.

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Hero of England’s 1966 World Cup win Jack Charlton (foreground) has died at the age of 85