Manchester United Icon Denis Law Dies at 84
The Scottish football legend, known for his record-breaking career and Ballon d'Or win, passed away after battling Alzheimer's and dementia.
- Denis Law, the only Scottish player to win the Ballon d'Or, passed away at the age of 84, as announced by Manchester United on behalf of his family.
- Law was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and dementia in 2021, conditions he publicly revealed at the time.
- He scored 236 goals in over 400 matches for Manchester United, forming the legendary 'Holy Trinity' alongside Bobby Charlton and George Best.
- Law's accolades include winning the English league title, FA Cup, and the 1968 European Cup with Manchester United, as well as the 1964 Ballon d'Or.
- A key figure for Scotland, he earned 30 goals in 55 international appearances, with his final match during the 1974 FIFA World Cup.