A statement issued by the Stiles family read: "The Stiles family are sad to announce that Nobby Stiles passed away peacefully today (30/10/2020) surrounded by his family after a long illness. Image: Nobby Stiles played every minute of England's victorious campaign at the 1966 World CupEngland offered their condolences on Twitter. It read: "We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Nobby Stiles MBE. We’re incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Nobby Stiles, a key member of our @FIFAWorldCup-winning squad, at the age of 78. pic.twitter.com/NJygFddX7F — England (@England) October 30, 2020Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham described Stiles as "quite simply one of the greatest-ever Mancunians" on Twitter.

Source: Sky sports October 30, 2020 15:58 UTC