Charlton, along with his brother, Bobby, helped England win its only World Cup title in 1966.
Jack Charlton, an uncompromising central defender who won the 1966 World Cup with England alongside his brother, Bobby, before coaching Ireland to its first major tournaments, has died. He was 85.
Charlton died at home on Friday in his native Northumberland in northeast England, surrounded by his family.
Nicknamed “Big Jack,” and celebrated for his earthy “beer and cigarettes” image, Charlton was Footballer of the Year in England in 1967. He spent all his club career at Leeds from 1952-73, tying its all-time record of 773 appearances. He won every domestic honor, including the league title in 1969.
• Liverpool’s bid to become the first Premier League team to win all of its home games ended when visiting Burnley battled back for a 1-1 draw.
