65th Anniversary of the Munich Disaster

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Today marks the 65th anniversary of the Munich Disaster, that saw Manchester United's team decimated. Eight players lost their lives, one of whom was Duncan Ferguson, the rising young star of English football. 15 others also lost their lives as a result of that crash in 1958.

 

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Needless to say, but a horrific day in football and the world.

 

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Thousands of supporters showed up at Old Trafford today for the Memorial service. Here is a summary of the events of the Memorial Service.
Man United mark 65th anniversary of Munich Air Disaster with touching ceremony - YouTube