Duncen Edwards Grave I have the greatest footballer in the world,” said Sir Matt Busby in 1957
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- In Duncan Edwards, I believe I have the greatest footballer in the world,” said Sir Matt Busby in 1957.
Duncan Edwards played against Pele and Franz Beckenbauer. He played with George Best, Denis Law and England's World Cup winning captain Bobby Moore. But to Charlton, Edwards was king.
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Duncen went on to play in four matches of the successful 1958 World Cup qualifying campaign, although of course, he would never see the tournament itself, and players of the time considered that his game simply did not have a weakness. - Розваги
I saw Duncan Edwards play. He was a giant of the game and a truly fine young man. I remember seeing the newspaper headline bulletin board outside our local newsagents. It read 'Duncan Edwards Dies'. I was 13 years old and I stood there and cried my eyes out. As I write this comment the tears are once again rolling down my face.
We will never see the likes of him again. Thanks for the memories and for the pleasure you gave in a life cut tragically short. RIP Duncan.
I consider myself blessed,because I was lucky enough to have seen him play.The first time was 69 years ago…….I am 81 now.
John you are blessed, you are one of the lucky few that witnessed possibly the best footballer in the world and you can remember. I was listening to Johnny Walker the radio not quite the same name he's a very distinguished presenter and who's at tough times recently. Thank you John for your fantastic memory.
Thank you Alan, Duncan was my hero when I was a schoolboy, I was devastated when he died.
Hello John, wow, that's a good old memory for you Thank you for that info very interesting I mixed feelings for you with my film. Isn't it strange that you've known about Duncan all your life and I've only just found out
I remember the Munich air disaster and the grief that affected the country. The story would be of interest to anyone of today’s supporters no matter which football team you support. It’s a true tale of disaster, heroism (Harry Gregg) hospitalisation and eventual survival (Matt Busby and Bobby Charlton) and tragic fatalities including the young and extremely talented player Duncan Edwards. Thankyou so much.
I'm very sure Susan that the youngsters will still find this information interesting thank you for your great post
Thank you, I didn't know Duncan but because of you I do now ❤ rest in peace
Hello Serenity Sue it's nice to see you again I hope you're enjoying your time doing your excellent films on on your channel thank you for the comment :-)
Duncan Edwards was a brilliant footballer with so much potential. Such a sad loss. How sad too that he was their only child to reach adulthood. Those poor parents. Thanks for the lovely tribute to him Alan. And thanks for researching and sharing info with us. Wonderful video as usual. Take care.
Hello Joan it was on the verge of a fantastic life in all directions wasn't he tragic? Thank you, alan
The inspirational passer of a football, not a modern beach ball.
Duncan Edwards would have been captain of the 1966 side had he lived.
I visited the grave on March 18th this year. Beautiful.
The Munich Disaster was a very sad tragedy. The best football team in the world, Duncan would have won many many titles. Life is sl cruel. Thankfully the legend of Duncan Edward's lives on forever 👍😁
I have to admit I'm not a football person but I can understand the disaster of these people including Duncan. I really knew nothing about until recently but no I feel like I'm connected thank you for your comments Alan
Would probably have been in the 1966 World Cup team.
I'm an Arsenal fan from the 50's and was an autograph hunter back in those days. Never knew Duncan to say 'No' to any of the adoring London fans who used to go to Euston and get the signatures of all the northern teams like United, Liverpool, City, Burnley, Blackburn, Everton, Blackpool et al. He was not much older than us kids seeking him out and he would often get us in a queue and then sign our Football Monthlies, autograph books, photos, programmes, scrapbooks and football annuals. When we played in the street we always fantasized about being top players of the day, I always wanted to be Duncan; I'm not ashamed to say I cried when the news came about 2 weeks after the crash that Duncan had succumbed to his injuries. There is quite a famous photo of Stan Matthews, Billy Wright and Duncan training at Highbury running round the red ochre at the pitch side, both Matthews and Wright are legends of the game, but Duncan was a super legend revered and respected by not only Man United fans, but the rest of football. By the way, he was built like the proverbial outhouse!
It was certainly a loss for England when this crash happened my late father told me about it and of Duncan Edwards how talented he was.Such a shame at a young age. Thank you Alan 👏👏👏👏💜
I'm glad you found the interesting JJK
Brilliant player thanks for showing
My pleasure Julie
He was known for his speed. A complete player, World class RIP.
born in feb 1958 lifelong united fan of all the players that have worn the shirt duncan edwards was the greatest loss and may well have gone on to be the best of lot.
I visited Duncans grave on 26th June this year 2024.He would of won so many honours, it is so sad but he will always be remembered. RIP Duncan.
An absolute inspirational legend 💙💙💙💙
Absolutely excellent,thank you for your video,what a pleasure to the world greatest footballer ❤️
Duncan bless him was talking away, and then he suddenly passed away. I love him so much and he will always be loved by everyone. Rip Duncan I had just been born in 1958 during that ice cold snowy weather the 4th of February.
Hi Juju we were born the same year me in June he was so good I never had heard of him but now so many top people thought he was the best take care alan
Being part of a family (by marriage) who all support Man U I have to confess I’d never heard of Duncan Edwards. Just before last Christmas I noticed a biography on him and bought it for my brother-in-law who really enjoyed it so this video has given me an insight into the great player he was and the tragic event that took the lives of so many of the Man U team. Thanks Alan for another great video ⚽️
In a book about the Busby Babes I read a comment that Duncan Edwards was once stopped by a police officer when he was on his way home from a home game; he didn't have a light on his bike. Far different from Rashford making a habit of crashing ultra-expensive cars.
I dont live to far from dudley im 63 and ive heard so much about him seen clips of him and he looked like he had it all wished there would have been more evidence around from them days ,
I once lived in Manchester ( Teenager in those days )
I saw Duncan, play many times in those days at Old Trafford.
My memory of him was his long-range brilliant accurate passing.
Peace to all.
Spot on. Perfect.
Duncan had died years before I was born but his memory will forever remain. My grandfather spoke in glowing terms about him as he watched him every week during the 1950's. There's no doubt in my mind whatsoever that he would have been United and England's greatest ever player had he survived and that United would have won many more European Cups, League Championships and FA Cups than they have. I'm equally certain that England would have probably won the world cup in 1962 and 1970 if Edwards had survived and been fit and healthy. Big Dunc would definitely have been England Captain as he was a born leader.
Thank you for this video. I have been to see his statue in Dudley but I will be back to visit his grave and to pay my respects to the great man. You were the best ever English footballer. God bless you Duncan ❤
Hello Krypton, that was the only thing I didn't see is statue cuz I couldn't park near it. Thank you for that. Very interesting comments. Alan
My wife's father and brother Mark and Paddy McGrath with Jimmy Murphy went to see Matt in hospital .Then on to Duncan he lifted his head to Jimmy whjo do we play on Saturday boss the next day he died.Matt never got over his death.Always Matts Favorite. RIP Duncan Kathleen Mcgrath . Hennis.
Great video Alan
RIP Duncan Edwards
Brilliant journalism .. spot on
I saw him play 👍❤
I live near Dudley but have never visited Duncans grave so thank you
Great player in his time bro great watch 🎉🎉🎉
I was a police Sergeant at Dudley Police station between 1974 and 1979 when my duties I moved away from the town, the station was closed down some years ago. There wasn't a day or a week went by when a member of the public would call into the station or ask an officer walking the town centre where Duncan Edwards grave was. All officers could give the location of Duncan's grave off by heart.
That says so much- thanks for sharing❤
Before my time, such a tragedy but from newsreels and stories I've read. Duncan Edwards would been England's greatest ever player had he been blessed with a long career. Ahead of even the legendary Sir Bobby Charlton who survived that dreadful plane crash. Enjoyed this video good keeping such greats memories alive.
Thanks a lot Alan. Interesting comment
A wonderful fitting tribute to a brilliant footballer and a young gentleman man ,thank you alan
I very pleased you found the interesting and thank you for the comment Mega
A wonderful tribute Alan to a very talented football player who probably would have become very famous if he had survived the crash well done Alan for a very well presented tribute take care Alan
I was absolutely amazed Karl by the number of top professionals that thought he was maybe the best footballer in the world, he would have certainly been a great asset to England. Thank you my friend. Alan
Fantastic. Thank you.
Brilliant
Thank you Alan for this video absolutely brilliant Duncan Dudley Legend ⚽
Glad you liked it! Derek, thank you
Duncan Edwards was one the best, my Auntie got bless her was a fan and told me about him and the plane crash so sat
Nice memories for you Debbie
So sad he was taken at such a young age ...Beautiful tribute Alan ...as you say a beautiful headstone 💙
Thank you my loyal friend. All the best, Debbie
How beautiful. Such a beautiful headstone and resting place. I had heard of him so sad that the best Manchester United players lost their lives in Munich. I was far to young to remember but with all the rememberences over the years I'm glad people who weren't born then know about Such a sad thing for Manchester United. I was born in Manchester and support Manchester United even though I am now in Yorkshire and have been for 26 years. Thanks for sharing this story Alan really enjoyed it love from Holmfirth West Yorkshire 💜 🫰
Hi Gill thank you for your recollections from your childhood very interesting. If I told you that about 20 years ago I was invited to Manchester United to take pictures of Roger Moore and Sir Alex Ferguson UNICEF ambassadors and the only player I recognised was Beckham and I actually said at half time is this a good football team and everybody broke into laughter that's the total truth :-) I don't follow sports but he was as you said an excellent footballer I was amazed. I hope you guys doing well with the rain much love to you Alan
Hiya Alan, hope your keeping well hun. This one made me shed a tear during watching it. Such a handsome Lad, with so much more to with he's life. At 21 taken far to soon. Loved seeing he's memory is still being kept alive. And he's grave shines like he did. Great video as always Alan. Much love Ayesha
Hi Ayesha It's lovely to see you and I agree isn't it amazing that so many people still remember the Grave with the Manchester United Colours so many years later it's unbelievable. I think it's the oldest most remembered grave I've ever visited
@@CarloTurner-vl7rl Hello Carol shouldn't I be calling you George ? That was a lovely story and if anybody wants to see it I've done Sir Matt Busby's grave in the past. It sounds like your whole your late was a big fan what team they are Manchester United.
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep My middle name is BEST after George and yes my whole family are huge Manchester United fans, you called me Carol not Carlo 🤣🤣🤣 I watched the Sir Matt tribute you put out, I enjoyed it immensely, you do know that Leslie Ann Downey ( Moors Murder Victim ) is buried just as you drive through the main gates if you ever decide to do a Video ??? .
Hello Dear Carlo, thank you for your reply. Can I offer my condolences on the loss of your family members. I now want to visit Duncans grave myself. Even though it's been so long since he's passing. I would love to houner him with some flowers. This will be in July. Your lucky to be named after thr great George Best. Love and best wishes Ayesha higs
@@CarloTurner-vl7rl Hello Carol you are the "Best" Thank you ever so much sorry I spelt your name wrong I use voice recognition and sometimes it doesn't recognize :-) I've done that grave as well but I found it rather sad and wasn't particularly happy when I'd done it but some people do like to watch and remember. You are great thank you ever so much Alan
Hello Alan How sad I never heard of Duncan Edwards how heart breaking for his family and his girl friend thanks for showing the video
Hi Marion it a pleasure poor lad ...
Thank you, Alan, for your time spent researching this very talented football player who would have had an amazing career. A young life taken too soon.
Hello Joy I'm just so pleased that you enjoyed watching it that's pretty kind of you to take the time
One of the all time greats
Thanks for the video Alan, Great tribute to a brilliant footballer, I always wondered if we would of won more if he was picked for England.
I think he would have Steve. He saved an exceptional young man with superb talent. He's probably one of the biggest tragedies being taken so young. Thank you for the great comment. Alan
Thank you Alan I'm a united fan and loved this video rip Duncan ❤️
I'm glad it was for you. Debbie, all the best Alan
Nice one Alan, I visited it 6 months ago, Carol Anne who died 14 weeks old was his baby sister, also just up from Duncan’s grave, same line, his mom and dad’s grave are there, also would highly recommend reading the books on the tragedy, another footnote is that his girlfriend went on to marry and the children from that marriage recently sold at auction the treasures that were hers and Duncan’s, love letters etc!
No Nice one you Paul Wow that's super interesting I didn't know about the parents I would have included them as a touch of respect. It must have been very sad for his girlfriend Molly at least she went on to live a life there wouldn't be so interested in the letters but I can see that some people will be. Very big thank you for that super interesting take care of yourself Alan
Brilliant Tribute as always what a star he was,
Let me know when you do Mary Millington in Surrey and ill meet you there to buy one of your fabulous T shirts,
Hello Kay I've definitely got that on my list so if I'm in the area I'll let you know. Thank you the encouragement it helps ☺️
Great look forward to it,
Next village to North Holmwood where Mary is buried you Have Newdigate church where Huricane Smith famous 60/70s singer and famous Beatles engineer is buried
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As your down that way just up the road ( Dane Hill )Peter Butterworth carry on fame and Janet brown his wife comedian are buried there,
Next door to that (Horsted keynes) The prime minster Harold Mcmillon is there in the church yard
I just thought as there all round each other it would save you a lot of travelling in the future
Best wishes K.
Hi Alan lovely to see you lovely looking young man I don’t know too much about bout football but he was greatly admired and loved obviously thanks Alan lovely tribute take care love crystal ❤️❤️❤️❤️😊
I bet I know less about football. Than you, Crystal 😉 Glad you enjoyed!
I bet I know less about football. Than you Crystal. Glad you enjoyed
I bet I know less about football. Than you, Crystal 😎
I bet you know less about football. Than you, Crystal 😎
Bet I know less about football. Than you Crystal. Glad you enjoyed
What a beautiful grave thanks for sharing is rip xx❤
My pleasure Caroline
This was very moving and educational Alan thank you ❤
A pleasure, Rowan
Jack Charlton said "our kid", ie Bobby, was never the same after Munich. I remember reading about the disaster in a history of Man Utd and finding it very moving.
My late father knew the family and we use to live near the grave yard when we were kids. As kids our dad would take us there, my Dad's brother also died young at 21 years and is buried just up from Duncan's grave. My Dad told me that the grave yard was full of flowers from top to bottom when the funeral took place. It's a double tragedy because she also lost the baby daughter as well and is buried in the same grave. Very sad. Yes, he would have been one of the very best or the best if he had lived.
Thank you ever so much Rob for that wonderfully interesting personal information. I was extremely impressed and I'm not a football admirer. He seemed a wonderful player and a nice young man. Regards, Allen
The saddest day for English football was when it was so cruelly robbed of Duncan Edwards. I can remember the nation mourning. RIP
Brilliant video but so sad 😢x
Yet another wonderful episode Alan. Expertly done as always. 👏👏👏
John Charles was said to be world class as centre forward and centre back and broke world transfer record when joining juventus,voted the best foreign player ever in seria A.Edwards no doubt would of been world class if he lived longer but Charles above him
You are so unique representer congrats Alan ❤️
Thanks Alan for another great video. ❤
Great to see you Charmaine
Thanks for this one Alan Duncan was an exceptional player who played and died before I was born but I’ve seen archive footage of him playing. Keep up the good work can’t wait to see your next one who ever that is 👏👏👏👍
Hi Keef i had never heard of him but he was so good what he would have become pity Bye Mate
Thanks for this Alan never heard of this guy bit before my time, but thanks for showing this, what a shame to come through this then he started to recover eventually to succumbed to his injurys so cruel.
That's what surprised me James I'd never heard of him but at least we know now thank you
Thank you Alan for the video brilliant 🎉
Anthony thank you very much
That was most heart felt and well presented as always, much appreciated nice one Alan .
You inspire me to keep going. Thank you, David
Great video mate well done 👏✔️👍
My father said he was the best player he ever saw. England v scotland 1957.
I am quite honoured that my mom and nans grave are just yards from duncan Edwards grave!
A lovely headstone and sad story well told Alan.
Thank you have it so much. Carol
My late Dad visited Duncan’s Grave in Dudley, Birmingham as he watched the Busby Babes on the terraces of Old Trafford as a child, Dad told me that he was “ Fearless “ Dad even took pictures of the Stained Glass Windows in the Church, Dad said that his Thighs were “ HUGE “, Birmingham T.V Comedian Lenny Henry’s Mum is buried just in front of Duncan
RIP “ BIG DUNCAN “ 🇾🇪🙏🕊️.
Dudley is NOT in Birmingham, Lenny Henry is from Dudley, not Birmingham.
@@nickgov66 My mistake, my Apologies, Thank you for correcting me Nick 👍 .
Fabulous video Alan. 👏
Thank you, Troy
Great video 😃
Cheers Kelly
You are blowing the whistle like the gladiators😊
I don't think most people will be thinking of that but never mind Rena :-)
Hi Alan, that was quick after i mentioned him to you. I could have popped over and come with you to the grave.I was a child when it happened and my granddad (who was a footballer before WW1) was devastated. Only time i saw him cry. I remember the pics of the plane on all the newspapers. Another famous person born in my area was Madeline Carroll the highest paid actress of her time, she achieved this in the USA. She is buried in Spain. She was born in Herbert St, West Bromwich. My granddad was born in Herbert St. She did well. Great video as always Alan. ❤
Hello, Lynne what's a pity I didn't know I thank you very much for telling me there were a few people who mentioned him about the same time. That's very interesting I've not heard of that actress at all but I think it's a little bit too far from me to go to Spain and let you are paying for the tickets :-) all the best Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep She was in the 39 steps. Quite a character it seems from her story on You Tube. Next time I go to West Brom. I'll go and see if there's a plaque at the house, I did hear there was at one time. My ancestors all lived in that area around Herbert St. Older viewers will remember her old films. Really enjoyed Duncan's video. He's still talked about here in the Black Country. I was more interested in Madeline's birth place as I heard about her in my childhood but I'll send you the cash to get you to Spain when I get a good win on the Premium Bonds. 😂
@@Lynne572There was a reference to Madeline outside a building named The Public, New St, which is now a sixth form college. I don’t know it it’s still there.
There is also a bust of Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy behind the building. He was born at Sandwell Hospital.
I didn't know Madonna played football 😊
Did I really say that? 😅
It's been a long time since I've watched Soccer(well, Football), I learn about new people every time I watch your Channel. Duncan Edwards looked like he would've been a great Footballer had he lived, super Legend. Another UA-camr from the U.K. by the name of Grave Interest(Lee) also visited Mr. Edward's grave(this was 3 or 4 years ago, I haven't seen the video yet but will soon). I stumbled upon his Channel a few days ago, so far so good. All in all, another instant classic in the books. It would be cool if you did a collaboration with Grave Days(Darren) or Unusual Things(Paul), I would definitely watch the video(s). Nicely done Alan, much respect from the Western U.S. 👍🏽😎👍🏽
Hi So CA NV I know Darren very well we spoke in quite often over the internet and we are going to try to meet up in August and we will do a collaboration it will be fun. I only spoken to Paul once but he seems a great guy and if you ever wanted to of course I would but thank you Alan
@@MotorHomeBeepBeepI did a double-check on Lee's Channel(Grave Interest), it wasn't Duncan Edwards' grave he visited 3 or 4 years ago. It was the grave of Sir Matt Busby(I'm guessing he was the Founder of the Busby Babes, I'll check out that video soon), Lee also visited the grave of a Busby Babe by the name of Geoff Bent. I'll check out that video soon as well, just wanted to give you a quick update on that. Would be cool if Lee visited Duncan Edwards' grave like you did recently, all the best. Eli(this is my nickname)
@@So-CA_NV_AZ82 Hi Elie I just checked it out and I do know the channel I've never spoken with Lee I guess we all tend to do our own thing but I have watched his videos and he has a very nice steady presentation thanks for the info
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep That's Eli as in Elijah, cool
Bobby charluonspeaks of edwards undertaking his own training firness routine years before such thing were thought of.
Thank you Alan all well ❤
Hi Leeann much love
I never saw he play too young but from what i've seen on video and what my dad has told, he has said many a time if Duncan had been alive at the time of the 66 world cup, there would've been no Bobby Moore lifting the trophy
Fancy that Paul. From what I've found out recently, I think you're probably right 👍
Alan rhere is so much respect for so many sports stars
Hi Guy Nice to see you Mate
@@MotorHomeBeepBeepjust thought of someone very special that you made or may Deborah Kerr she was In the king and I and made a film with bert Lancaster
Or John inman or or Trevor Bannister
Great video Alan i was only one when he died but remember has i got older the older men telling me what a great player he was they said they did not see anyone like him . Alan i think you got the names mixed up with bobby charlton and bobby moore but still a great video
Hi Dave I probably did but thank you for telling me oh the best my friend
Pele.
Have u seen the film called united alan, all about munich air disaster ... david tenant is in it, it is good to watch.
Thanks a lot Wayne. I'll look that film up. It sounds interesting
The best always go first very sad loss
My father said he was the finest player he ever saw and the great John Charles came second
Hi alan hows u mate ... Duncan was a wonderful footballer
Look up the song "The Flowers of Manchester" by The Spinners folk group.
Hi Nick i listened thank you
HELLO AKAN HOWS YOUMAN WELL I DONT FOLLOW FOOT BALL I DONT KNOW HIM BUT BLIMEY ITS SAD YOUR NOT FAR AWAY FROM ME IM IN BIRMINGHAM MAY HE RIP GOOD TO SEE YA MAN
Carol Anne aged 14 weeks was his baby sister.
Sophie much thanks
My Dad rated him
Looked but cant find your other channel Alan, do you have a link pls, thanks David .
Hello David, I've only really put one film on that's in the UK. Maybe that's why it's hard to find if you put/ratemytravel after the UA-cam you should get it. Any problems let me know. Thanks, alan
Would have been one of the best footballers ever
It is on netflix alan.
I'm going to check it out today. I'll let you know if I watch it Tonight?
Please spell his name correctly in the title. It's Duncan not Drunken.
Nice tribute.
Thank you for pointing the Out Martin and dyslexic but sometimes it Slips Through the net
Hi Alan if i,d have known you were in the st Francis church you could of come to my house for a cup of tea or coffee. I live opposite the church.
at 21 no life at all.R.I.P
Never heard of this guy...us Kiwis are rugby mad thats probably why lol
Duncan Edwards is the best England player not to play in the World Cup
👏👏👏🦾
Taken to soon a rare talent. Rip Duncan. I'm sorry but that laser etching on his headstone does not resemble him its an awful job whoever did it.
Hi GV You know the first one to say that but I think you're right it's not a great resemblance but it's been there a long time I don't think they'll change it now. I always remember seeing this statue of Mark Boland at the crash site it was terrible. Hope you're keeping well my friend I know you've been a busy beaver thank you so much Alan
Did the lady say.. she was there for the funeral?
what lady ?
Yes. Meant she had ended his funeral. Not that she is still waiting for it.
She seems to be a caretaker.
@@joeobrien196 If you mean the lady in the church I don't think she's and they're listening to do with his funeral I didn't hear the thing she said on the film I was still this filming sorry
Another one who says Duncan Edwards died in the Munich disaster. He didn’t. He died from his injuries from the crash but he died eight (?) days later.
But then I not go to length to tell about his symptoms in the hospital and now he bravely fought maybe you are just too critical 😜
CAROLE ANN WAS IS SISTER