Sir Bobby Charlton spent 20 years with Manchester United as a player
The former midfielder passed away on Saturday aged 86
His tragic death came hours before United's Premier League trip to Sheffield United

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Diogo Dalot has dedicated Manchester United's 2-1 hard-fought win over Sheffield United to Sir Bobby Charlton.

Charlton, a United and England legend, passed away on Saturday, hours before the Red Devils' trip to Bramall Lane.

Manchester United players celebrate following the team's victory in their Premier League match against Sheffield United. Photo by James Gill.
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According to The Mirror, curtains fell on the football icon at the age of 86, with a family statement saying:

“It is with great sadness that we share the news that Sir Bobby passed peacefully in the early hours of Saturday morning. He was surrounded by his family."

However, United put the heartbreaking news behind them to see off the Blades to record back-to-back Premier League wins.

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Goals from Diogo Dalot and Scott McTominay were all the Red Devils needed to sink the hosts, with Oli McBurnie's penalty rendered a mere consolation.

Dalot dedicates United win to Charlton

Speaking after the match, Dalot, who netted United's winner, dedicated the victory to Charlton.

"When we came to the game we wanted to contribute a little more [for Sir Bobby Charlton]," the Portuguese said via Metro UK.

"I felt with the win we gave a little bit of joy on a sad day. This is the contribution we could have today and give to the family. We are one family at United," he added.

Charlton is widely regarded as a Man United great, thanks to his illustrious career with the club, which spanned 20 years between 1953 and 1973.