Former Ireland manager Jack Charlton has passed away at 85 years of age. Photo by Ray McManus/SportsfileThe legendary Ireland football manager Jack Charlton has died at 85 years of age. Expand Close Jack Charlton enjoyed success as a player and as a manager (PA) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Jack Charlton enjoyed success as a player and as a manager (PA)A family statement read: "Jack died peacefully on Friday, July 10 at the age of 85. Charlton's granddaughter, journalist Emma Wilkinson, tweeted: "Beyond sad to have to say goodbye to my beloved Grandad, Jack Charlton. Credit: Emma Wilkinson / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Jack Charlton pictured with his wife Pat and granddaughter Emma Wilkinson.

Source: Irish Independent July 11, 2020 08:03 UTC