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Gareth Fullerton

George Best's son Calum pays warm tribute on 17th anniversary of legend's death

Calum Best has paid a warm tribute to those fans who keep his father's legacy shining bright.

Manchester United legend George Best died 17 years ago today on November 25, 2005.

Regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever, Best died at the age of just 59 after losing his long battle with illnesses linked to alcoholism.

Read more: A Belfast boy's tribute to George Best 17 years on from his death

Son Calum posted a collage of iconic photographs on social media on Friday to commemorate the anniversary of his father's passing.

He wrote: "17 years , rip Bestie . Much love to all of u who keep his legacy alive."

Born and raised in Cregagh estate in East Belfast, Best helped Manchester United win the First Division title in 1965 and 1967 and the European Cup in 1968. He was also named European Footballer of the Year that same year.

He made 466 appearances for United, scoring a total of 178 goals. Best also won 37 caps for Northern Ireland.

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