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A Tribute to the Best - Drawing signed by nine of United's 1968 European champions

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George Best's natural impudence, undisputed elegance and innate flair made him pure box office as a player and during his 11 iconic years at Old Trafford with Manchester United he lit up English football in a way that few players before or after him could aspire to. Born in Belfast in 1946, Best was spotted by a United scout at the age of 15 and quickly handed a trial. Just two years later he made his first team debut for the Red Devils against West Bromich Albion and the legendary Best story had well and truly begun. Still a teenager, Best was part of the United side that claimed the 1964-65 First Division title and two seasons later, they were to be crowned champions once again. However 1968 was to see the Northern Irishman at the absolute peak of his powers. United were dethroned as league champions by old rivals Manchester City but the disappointment was swept aside as Matt Busby's famously side beat Benfica 4-1 in the European Cup final at Wembley after extra-time to become the first English side to become the kings of Europe. Best was one of United's scorers against Benfica and his sensational performances throughout the year saw him voted the European Footballer of the Year and was also named the Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year. The winger was to spend six more years at Old Trafford before he stunned the football world in 1974 when he decided to quit the club at the age of 27. His legacy, however, was already assured. Best had made 466 first team appearances and 178 goals for United - finishing as the side's top scorer in six separate seasons - and entertained millions in the process in his own unique way. Own a piece of sporting history George Best was the greatest and most popular showman in Old Trafford history and this iconic back and white drawing commemorates the Northern Irishman's unique talent and 11 glorious seasons with the club. The drawing is personally signed by nine of United's legendary 1968 European Cup-winning squad is a stunning piece of United memorabilia. Each 16x12 drawing is issued with a certificate of authenticity.

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At A1 Sporting Memorabilia, authenticity means everything - because it means everything to you.

Every signed product is issued with an official Certificate of Authenticity (COA), personally verified by our CEO, guaranteeing that every item has been genuinely hand-signed.

We believe our COAs are among the best in the world, providing you with complete peace of mind and protecting your investment for the future.

Each COA includes a number of security features to safeguard authenticity and prevent duplication or tampering.

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Premium printing and paper

Our Certificates are printed on high-quality, heavyweight textured paper, with sharp, intricate designs to prevent counterfeiting.

Integrated product or signing image

Where available, each Certificate features either a sample image of the signed product or a photo of the individual signing it, offering visual proof of authenticity.

Please note: Images are for illustration purposes only. Signature size and placement may vary.

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A custom A1 Sporting Memorabilia hologram, shimmering and animated when tilted, is applied to every Certificate for added security.

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Every item’s authentication code and product name are printed onto the Certificate. Enter the code on our website to view detailed product information and, where available, photographic proof of the signing.

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Every Certificate is personally verified and signed off by our CEO to guarantee the item’s authenticity.

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