Scotland played Greece on Sunday in their first home game since the death of Denis Law in January and fans at Hampden Park paid tribute to the Manchester United legend
Sir Alex Ferguson led an emotional tribute to Scottish football icon Denis Law before Scotland’s clash with Greece. Former Manchester United forward Law died aged 84 in January after battling Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.
His funeral took place last month, with legendary ex-United boss Ferguson among those to attend. On Sunday, Scotland played their first home match since Law’s death.
Steve Clarke’s side hosted the Greeks in the second leg of their Nations League play-off clash. Ahead of kick-off at Hampden Park, a tribute was paid to ‘the Lawman’.
An epic montage of Law’s best moments was played on the big screens while fans held up cards to create a banner that read ‘Lawman’. Both teams paid their respects alongside the supporters by taking part in a minute’s applause.
Ferguson entered the pitch alongside Law’s family. The former United manager held a shirt aloft with Law’s name and the number 10 on the back.
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Speaking at Law’s funeral service at Manchester Cathedral, Ferguson delivered a touching eulogy. “Trying to place Denis in the pantheon of all time greats is a challenge. But it is made easier by Pele,” the 83-year-old said. “He was asked if there was a British player who could get in the [great] Brazil team. He said Denis Law – which is a fantastic tribute.”
Ferguson continued: “Denis loved Scotland and he loved beating England. He once lined up before a game against England. He loved Nobby Stiles and Nobby worshipped him. Nobby came bounding down the tunnel and wished Denis all the best. Denis gave him a withering look and let off a volley of abuse Nobby never forgot.”
Ferguson went on to admit that he often wondered why supporters called him ‘The King’. He came to the conclusion that ‘it was to do with his profile’. “He would fight his granny for a goal,” the Scot added. “He had so much courage. A skinny guy standing among all those big defenders.”
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