Soccer in the 1970s: The minority ownership stake Elton John purchased in the Los Angeles Aztecs in 1976 became a p.r. dream when the club signed superstar George Best later that same year.
Remembering George Best on the 15th anniversary of his passing... REMEMBERING A GENIUS ‘’He was gifted with the most natural ability of any player I have ever seen.’’ Sir Matt Busby. ‘’ George was unique, the greatest talent our football ever produced - easily. ‘’ Sir Alex Ferguson. ‘’ George was as good as anyone you will see. He used to embarrass players time and time again. It was paradise watching George play football.’’ Sir Bobby Charlton.
Maradona and Cruyff good . GEORGE BEST. BY A MILE. Sport. Football. pic: circa 1980. Scottish Football. George Best, Hibernian. Sport, Football, pic: circa 1980, Scottish Football, George Best, Hibernian
NASL Memories: The Fort Lauderdale Strikers offense was in good hands with Teófilo Cubillas, George Best, Nico Bodonczy and Gerd Mueller in 1979.
Maradona: "George inspired me when I was young. He was flamboyant and exciting and able to inspire his team-mates. I actually think we were very similar players - dribblers who were able to create moments of magic." Both died on the same date. Best 25/11/2005 Diego on 25/11/2020. R.I.P Legends
Portsmouth v Manchester City PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 20: Portsmouth Chairman Milan Mandaric with George Best during the Barclays Premiership match between Portsmouth and Manchester City at Fratton Park on November 20, 2004 in Portsmouth, England.