Statues of club icons: Lasting tributes to heroes

A look at club legends who have also been immortalised with a statue for their efforts off and on the pitch

Friday 23 November 2012 19:44 GMT

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Manchester United unveiled their tribute to manager Sir Alex Ferguson today which marks his remarkable 26 years at the helm.

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The statue is a fitting way to acknowledge a manager who has won two European Cups, 12 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, four League Cups, the Cup-Winners' Cup, one Super Cup, Intercontinental Cup and Club World Cup at United.

Here we take a look at other club icons who have also been immortalised with a statue for their efforts off and on the pitch.

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Statues of club icons: Lasting tributes to heroes

A look at club legends who have also been immortalised with a statue for their efforts off and on the pitch