Bobby Charlton is of the most deeply-respected, celebrated and influential footballer ambassadors in the history of the beautiful game and arguably the most naturally gifted English football player ever.

When it comes to debates on the greatest football players of all time, the list is often only two names long: the Brazilian legend Pelé and the one they called the El Pibe de Oro, Diego Armando Maradona.

Edison Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pelé. His name given as Edison on birth certificate, born 21 October 1940 – however, Pelé himself claims that he was born on 23 October, is a retired Brazilian footballer. He is regarded by many experts, players, and fans as the best player of all time.