George Best

[Andi Istiabudi]

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Tanggal 25 November 2009 mendatang tepat 4 tahun meninggalnya salah satu legenda Manchester United, George Best yang wafat tahun 2005 silam. Silahkan mengungkapkan kesan, pandangan maupun kekaguman kalian terhadap Best melalui thread ini (boleh dengan gambar, koleksi, kata-kata (lagu, syair,pantun juga boleh), hasil karya kreatifitas design atau mungkin foto teman-teman yang berdandan ala Best), pokoknya bebas deh. Silahkan yach jangan malu-malu, hehehe...

[and1]

singkat dulu aja tribut ke George Best

Simply The BEST

ga sempet liat dia scr lgsg krn blm lahir, tp dr video2nya dia memang pemaen yg jenius
jd inget vcd george best gw dipinjem temen & ga balik :-<

[RedRob]

untuk pemain di era itu, kayanya Best emang udah beberapa langkah di depan..

Pele Good, Maradona Better, George.. Best.

[iam_adjie]

sebenernya gw blm pernah liat permainannya BEST..

tp sebagai fans Man United,
hanya tw karir & legendanya di MU baca dr majalah2 MU..

Legenda Abadi MANCHESTER UNITED

BEST IS THE BEST :-bd

[Andi Istiabudi]

Sebenarnya tidak tega dan kasian banget untuk menampilkan gambar ini, yakni foto George Best di saat-saat terakhir hidupnya namun gambar ini saya sengaja posting agar teman-teman mengetahui bahaya akibat kecanduan minuman alkohol yang akhirnya mengakibatkan George Best mengalami gangguan lever yang akhirnya merengut nyawanya.

Buat teman-teman yang suka konsumsi alkohol, saya tidak akan melarang karena merupakan hak kalian namun mohon dipertimbangkan kembali karena saya tidak mau teman-teman akhirnya bernasib sama seperti legenda kita, George Best.

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R.I.P George Best
We will miss you ....

[Ayunda]

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best of the best is george best!!! :)

[KkingP]

Goerge Best...
Remembered, Never Forgotten!..

[Andi Istiabudi]

Kemarin tepat sudah 4 tahun idola kita dan legenda Manchester United, George Best berpulang ...

Begitu banyak kenangan dan cerita mewarnai perjalanan hidup seorang George Best baik di dalam maupun luar lapangan... Semoga semangatnya selalu hadir dalam hati dan jiwa keluarga besar Manchester United di seluruh dunia.

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Oiya sekedar masukan untuk pengurus, bagaimana jika sesekali United Indonesia menghimbau semua membernya untuk sejenak mengheningkan cipta di moment-moment emosional sejarah Manchester United. Misalnya tepat tanggal 25 November 2010 nanti tepat pukul 00:00 WIB selama 1 menit forum ini berubah tampilan dengan tampilan khusus untuk menghormati mendiang George Best. Setelah 1 menit, tampilan forum akan kembali seperti semula. Mungkinkah ?

[arief_oct]

george best always remember..
one of our legend's..
GEORGE simple is theBEST

[theater of dream]

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The Best we ever had...

[Tomtom]

sedikit foto-foto George Best.....enjoy

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[Anderstone]

Pele is Good
Maradona is better
George Best

[rondwisan]

tentunya sebelum beliau meninggal dunia nih ...
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[Q&A] George Best

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Looking older than his 55 years, George Best shuffles slowly into the drawing room of a luxury hotel on the outskirts of Belfast dressed in casual clothes that seem to hang on his weak frame. He appears tired and frail, and is clearly still recovering from chronic health problems, exacerbated by alcohol, that nearly claimed his life last year.

His sharp wit, easygoing charm and ability to recount stories from his fascinating life are all still there. He is in fine form today, having driven down from his home in a remote corner of the province in a recently purchased Mini (“It’s his new toy,” says his wife, Alex), while the afternoon holds nothing more strenuous than a massage in the hotel’s leisure centre.

“I have never been happier,” he announces, “and I never thought I would be without playing football. I love my life at the moment, it’s almost close to perfection.”


You, Keith Moon or Oliver Reed. Who was the biggest hell-raiser?
If you consider how the other two ended up, they must have done a bit more hell-raising than me! I’m the only one still alive!

Back when you were a shag-magnet, did you ever feel empty or was it as awesomely good fun as I suspect?
[Laughs] Oh no, trust me, it was always good fun. That was one thing I never had problems with at all. How could I feel empty? I will always be grateful to have experienced the ‘60s and ‘70s. It was such an exciting time. The living was free and easy, and there were none of the diseases there are today. Life was about girls, a few beers, football, good music and being a shag-magnet! It was part of life and I loved every minute of it. I was never disappointed with sex. It’s like football – if you’re having a good game, you want to continue, and if you have a bad one, you just look forward to the next game!

Is there anyone who you think was a better footballer than you?
In a recent survey of Manchester United fans, I came runner-up to Eric Cantona as the club’s greatest ever player, but I think that was just the kids talking. If you had asked an older generation then I probably would have won. I have always been mentioned in the same breath as Cruyff, Pele and Maradona, and that’s without ever having played in the World Cup. It is a big compliment that these players themselves recognise me too. I remember seeing some footage of Maradona completely freaking out when they asked him how good I was, and then, of course, Pele said he thought I was the greatest ever player. I have always thought I was the best ever player – that’s the way you have to look at it. I have never looked at another player and felt inferior.

Why do you prefer blondes?
[Laughs] I really don’t, but my blonde girlfriends have always got more attention in the media. The fact that I named one of my clubs ‘Blondes’ probably added to the perception. I have actually had a few relationships with some dark-haired girls.

Did you ever feel guilty that United’s decline in the 70s started after you left?
No, I didn’t feel guilty. They went into decline for the simple reason that they didn’t have enough good players, and you can’t blame me for that! I didn’t buy the players! They replaced great players with ordinary ones, while passing up the opportunity to buy some excellent players like Alan Ball and Mike England. I also don’t think they had a good manager in Tommy Docherty. I did all I could but I didn’t have the players around me.

Who is the better player – Ryan Giggs or David Beckham? No fence-sitting!
Ryan Giggs because he is more exciting on the ball. Giggs gets me on the edge of my seat when he runs at defenders. David is a great player, you’d have to be mad to think otherwise, but I think he could do even better. He could score more goals for instance, and use his left foot more, but I suppose he doesn’t really need it.

Did Sir Matt Busby let you get away with too much?
Not at all. He was just like Fergie: if you stepped out of line, he would have a go at you, but he always did it behind closed doors. You have to remember that I was fined and dropped by him. The problem was he couldn’t live in my pocket. You just can’t do that with 20 players to look after.

Which of the current United strikers would you most liked to have played with: Cole, Solsjkaer, Yorke or Van Nistelrooy?
Well, it wouldn’t be Andy Cole. He’s a great player, but he seems a bit moody, like he’s not enjoying himself and it’s just a job to him. I like the way Dwight Yorke plays with a smile on his face. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spends most of his time on the bench, but looks wonderful when he comes on. However, if I had to pick one, it would be Van Nistelrooy. I think we would have linked up well. He is going to be a great striker at United and I look forward to watching him blossom. He’ll score loads of goals. I certainly hope he does anyway – he’s in my dream team!

Who is the greatest manager: Sir Matt or Sir Alex?
Well, I’m biased, as I played under Sir Matt for all those years. Sir Matt was not only a great manager but a truly great man. Fergie has his knockers, but I judge people as I find them and he has always treated me with a great deal of respect.

How would you have reacted if you had scored against United to send them down, like Denis Law?
Probably in the same way – I would have been absolutely sick about it, but I wouldn’t have been in that position as I could never have played for City! I know it was different for Denis as he had played at Maine Road before and he wanted to stay in Manchester where his family was settled. But Denis is a United fan at heart – he supports the club and his daughter, Diana, works there too. He tries to laugh it off, but he’s still gutted about that goal.

If you could do it all over again, what would you change?
Not a thing. I have had a great life. I didn’t want to go to prison, I didn’t want to get banned from driving and I didn’t want to get involved in the fights. But it’s all a learning process that you have to go through.

Are you afraid of dying?
I’m not afraid of it, but I don’t want to! I don’t have any fear of dying; I never have done. I’m even planning a parachute jump soon. My wife, Alex, has done one already, so I’m going to join her next time.

Why sometimes a beard but never a moustache?
I did have a moustache for a short while, but it looked awful. I have always been dubious about them. You either go the whole way or not at all. My one attempt at a moustache back in the ‘60s was terrible. I had it when I was opening a bakery and they made me wear a daft hat, so with that and the moustache I look dreadful. I saw the picture the next day and immediately shaved it off!

What is the worst rollicking Sir Matt gave you?
It would have to be the time he told me to settle down with a nice girl, but when I did he went absolutely mad! I got engaged to this girl after only knowing her for a few weeks, and I thought he would be pleased that I had followed his advice, but he went nuts! He said, “How can you get engaged when you’ve only known her a couple of weeks!” I thought, “Well, you told me to!”

Did footballers do drugs in the ‘60s and ‘70s?
Never. I didn’t see it going on at all. I actually spent one of my birthdays in the Haight-Ashbury district of San Francisco and they were all on the wacky baccy. It wasn’t for me.

What is your biggest regret?
I missed a penalty against Chelsea at Old Trafford. It’s the only penalty I remember missing, so I wish I could take it again! :(

When did you first realise you might have a drink problem?
Only last year. I knew I had a problem, but there is a difference between knowing and admitting, and I would never admit it. I finally realised last year when I had to go into hospital after they literally had to pick me off the floor. Now, every three months, I have an implant of drugs in my stomach that stops me drinking, so even if I wanted to I couldn’t. It actually gets easier as time goes by.

Who was the best defender you played against?
There were two – Paul Reaney from Leeds and Sanchis from Real Madrid. They were both quick and liked to get stuck in.

Who is the most similar player to you playing now?
Giggsy is probably the closest because as soon as he gets the ball he goes at players. Giggs has been getting better and better in recent years and is undoubtedly at the peak of his career. Thierry Henry does the same, but he does it in the middle and now on the wing. Maradona used to do it – collect the ball, look up and go for goal.

Did you ever come to blows with a teammate?
No, I didn’t and I was probably one of the few who didn’t. We had a few fiery temperaments at United with Paddy Crerard and Nobby Stiles. You might get a smack on the training field, but you would be friends afterwards. Shake hands and get on with things – the man’s way of dealing with things.

What was your favourite ever game?
There have been so many. The most important was winning the European Cup in 1968, but my best personal performance was for Northern Ireland against Scotland in the ‘60s. We were expected to get slaughtered as the Scots had some great players, but we won 1-0. Everything I tried came off, and I would have had about four goals but the keeper had a great game. They still talk about that game now. For United, it would have to be our win against Benfica in 1966. I scored twice in 12 minutes and enjoyed a great night.

Why did you and Bobby Charlton not get on?
This is a bit of a myth. We get on really well now, it was just because we were very different when we were younger. We just didn’t mix at all. I was a single guy and he was a married man with a family. There was no real incident between us. I felt he could be a bit aloof, but then everybody did. We were never at each other’s throats, we simply didn’t go and have a pint together.

Would you ever kiss and make up with Tommy Docherty?
Never in a million years. He is a very dishonest man. I would love to give him a lie detector test on the reasons I left United. He still says that I turned up with a girl before a game. He still believes it. But I really don’t like dishonesty. He should put up his hands and say he was wrong, but he never will.

What is the story behind Billy Bingham asking you to play in the 1982 World Cup finals?
I was really fit at the time, playing weekly for an American team while also playing racquet ball for up to three hours a day. The problem was my American team were really awful, and Billy Bingham came to watch me in a tour game at Hibs and we got slaughtered. He was under a bit of pressure to pick me and I suppose he could justify leaving me out as what he had seen wasn’t very impressive. I wouldn’t have expected to play every game, but I wished he had just taken me as a member of the squad and thrown me on for 15 minutes, only so I could have played in the World Cup.

Do you think there could ever be an all-Ireland team?
I think there should be. They are both small countries and the only chance they have of doing something is if they combine forces. The fact that both of them have qualified for the World Cup in recent years has probably held them back as it has put both countries off creating an all-Ireland team. They do it in rugby and other sports, so why not football? Also, if it helps in some small way to resolve other problems then it should be encouraged. It would help bring about a sense of togetherness.

Do you regret playing so few games for Northern Ireland?
That was down to Manchester United more than anything. Northern Ireland’s games used to clash with United and I was withdrawn a lot of the time. If you think about it, I made my debut with Pat Jennings, who went on to win over 100 caps and I was stuck in the late 30s. So, yes, I do regret not playing more for them.

Do you wish you had been born an Englishman?
[Laughs] No, of course not! I would have loved to have played in the World Cup, but only for a Northern Ireland or even a Great Britain side.

The Neville brothers are rubbish. Please discuss…
I wouldn’t say they’re rubbish, but they’re certainly not my favourite players. They get caught out too easily. They must have something about them as Fergie and the England manager keep on picking them. But they are far from world-class, that is clear. There is a lot of room for improvement.

If you could make one apology, to whom would it be and about what?
The Northampton goalie, Kim Book, who I put six past in that FA Cup tie in the ‘60s. I met up with him recently and he said he still gets ribbed about it now. So, Kim, I’m sorry!

[Ucup Carrick]

happy birthday Georgie...
you always be a legend...

[kaikai]

Best of The Best...George BEST!!!:muscarf:

[rondwisan]

A sorry end to the Best party
MEN - July 06, 2010



The World Cup has exposed some of the less palatable sides of the modern-day, well paid, celebrity superstars. Rebellion in the France camp. Nicolas Anelka sent home.

Potential revolution inspired by John Terry among the England squad quelled immediately by the iron fist of Fabio Capello.

Accusations that some of the world’s elite in South Africa have been drained by expectation.

The finger has been pointed at some of the most famous names in the game that they’ve lost interest and the trappings of success have diluted their passion.

Football has become a circus and some of the Big Top entertainers are drowning in the champagne lifestyle.

It is nothing new.

Back in the summer of 1972 the fall of the United genius George Best was attracting as much publicity as that of any World Cup extravaganza of the day.

Best was football’s first pin-up icon – but at 25 his football world was falling apart.

Four years after becoming a European Cup winner with United and being honoured as the European Footballer of the Year, the sheen was starting to dull.

The Matt Busby era was over, Wilf McGuinness had come and gone as his successor and Frank O’Farrell was attempting to rejuvenate the fading Reds.

While Busby’s 1968 heroes were coming towards the end of their careers, Irishman Best, who captivated the world still wasn’t really in his prime.

But his soccer love affair was on the rocks.

Journalist John Roberts ghost wrote Best’s column for the Daily Express during the period when his illustrious top flight career was about to end.

Roberts, who was sports editor of the Stockport Express in the early 60s, was assigned the task of shadowing Bestie.

It was a job that was to take him around all Best’s Manchester pub and restaurant haunts, to the player’s all mod-cons pad in Woodford, where a bevy of girls called and his mates he known as ‘The Chaps’ would gather.

In a revised version of the 1970s book ‘Sod This, I’m Off To Marbella’ Roberts chronicled the glitz, glamour and graft of following the amazing George Best story.

Dummied

Roberts says that George “contrived to send me the wrong way almost as often as he dummied full backs” as he pursued him for his words for the newspaper column.

Ultimately, it was to take him to Marbella in May ’72 when Best quit football for the first time at the tender age of 26.

But at Christmas 1971 the shock that would stun football wasn’t on the horizon with O’Farrell’s United making a fist of it in the League Championship, despite whispers do the rounds that Best’s partying and other interests were affecting his game.

Roberts asked Best: “Would you ever think of leaving Manchester United?” Best replied: “A tricky question but the answer would depend on the situation. If, suddenly, the club began to struggle badly and I was offered the chance to move to a place where the chances of success were great and the set up better, I would have to consider it. Any player would.

“But if things are going well, as they are now, and I was told United were thinking of letting me go I would be sick.”

But with United’s New Year lead at the top of the division under threat Best soon went missing again and O’Farrell has to deal with the kind of fallout that Busby had had to face as pressure engulfed George.

In February ’72 Best confided in Roberts: “I’m sick,” when asked about his form and future.

Sick enough to leave Old Trafford?

“Yes, sick enough to want to move,” replied George. “I’ve got nothing against the management. It’s the team. It’s just not good enough. It’s just not going anywhere.

“I could go right through the team and find things wrong. People knock me when I’m not doing it, but when I’m not doing it who is?

“Brought along the right way Sammy McIlroy could be a great player in five years. But I can’t wait five years for Sammy to become a great player.

“Right now I’d go anywhere. Anywhere I thought there could be success.”

Finally in May ’72 Best had had enough. After a break in Majorca with United he has to return for international duty with Northern Ireland.

He returned to England in the early hours, called himself a taxi and haeded to Manchester airport looking for “the first plane anywhere”.

He ended up in southern Spain and on May 20 announced he had quit football.

Relax

“People can think what they like I have come here to relax for a few days,” said George.

“For two years I have not been able to sleep properly. I have gone to bed at 2am and got up two hours later just to have a drink in the hope it would get me off to sleep.

“It would take me nine months of very hard work to get even physically fit again. Now I am going away for six months – anywhere. I have finished completely with the Manchester scene.”
Best was in exile in the Spanish sun for 35-days.

Roberts remained posted in Majorca and eventually got a call to pass on a message to Best that Frank O’Farrell would like him to get in touch.

Best didn’t, but Roberts caught up with him later and Best asked him to pen a statement.

It read: “A short time ago I went away to make a decision and now I realise it was the wrong decision. I would like to go back and play for Manchester United.”

Best returns and is suspended by United for two weeks for breach of contract. It was a temporary reprieve and in December 1972 Best wrote to United to say he was finished with football.

United’s six-man board fires O’Farrell and tells George Best he will never play for United again – he did in season 1973-74, but then his Old Trafford career did end for good.

Roberts reflected on Frank O’Farrell’s comments at the height of the Best crisis.

“It is a great tragedy. Inside the club he is perfect. He trains well. He is likeable.

“All the trouble happens outside. Who is to blame? I suppose everybody. We build superstars and then knock them down. Perhaps it’s society. I don’t know,” said O’Farrell.

Roberts ended: George helped, but we certainly knocked him down.

Roberts delivered the original ‘Sod This, I’m Off To Marbella’ book to Best 1973. When he visited George to ask his opinion and to enquire if it was honest.

Best replied: “Oh yes it’s honest. You wouldn’t have got through the door if it wasn’t.”

The original form of the book was sold ‘under the counter’ in the Manchester United club shop because of its controversial nature.

Thirty seven years on the revised edition is as enthralling as it was when it was first written.

[Andi Istiabudi]

Memorabilia George Best Akan Dilelang
Dimas Ramadani

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Liputan6.com, London: Medali serta berbagai trofi milik George Best akan dilelang secara umum. Salah satunya medali dari European Cup (Liga Champions) yang dimenangkan Best bersama Manchester United pada 1968.

Bonham, balai lelang penyelenggara, akan memulai proses lelang pada 10 Oktober berdasarkan inisiatif dari pewaris sah mendiang Best. Medali juara pertama MU di ajang kompetisi paling bergengsi di Benua Biru itu akan dilepas pada kisaran 90 ribu sampai 120 ribu pound. Medali tersebut merupakan replika, karena Best menghilangkan aslinya.

Best yang meninggal pada 25 November 2005 di usia 59 tahun merupakan merupakan salah satu pilar MU, tim Inggris pertama yang menjuarai European Cup. Pesepakbola legendaris itu meninggal setelah menderita komplikasi kesehatan, termasuk menjalani transplantasi hati, akibat sering mengkonsumsi minuman beralkohol.

Selain itu peserta lelang juga bisa mengajukan penawaran terhadap trofi Pemain Terbaik Inggris versi asosiasi jurnalis sepakbola yang dimenangkannya di tahun yang sama. Trofi ini berharga di kisaran 100 ribu pound. Total nilai dari pelelangan ini diperkirakan mencapai 270 ribu pound.

Best yang dilahirkan di Belfast, Irlandia Utara, membela MU sebanyak 470 kali dari 1963 sampai 1974. Sebagai seorang winger atau gelandang serang Best tergolong tajam dengan mencetak 179 gol. Setelah meninggalkan MU kariernya terus merosot teriring gaya hidupnya yang bak selebritas. Best pernah merantau ke Amerika Serikat membela Los Angeles Aztecs dan San Jose Earthquakes serta untuk Hong Kong Rangers. (DIM/Reuters)

Source : http://bola.liputan6.com

[sellamanyaunited]

Best-the belfast boy
pemain bola paling gahoel pas jamannya, gaya rambut menyerupai The Beatles (yg saat itu lagi booming) dan hidup bak selebritas.
tapi dilapangan perform nya baguuus ya?
sayang sih kebiasaaan jeleknya gak bisa ilang
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[rondwisan]

George Best's collection of medals and trophies to be auctioned
MEN, Alice McKeegan - September 25, 2010

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A collection of medals and trophies awarded to Manchester United legend George Best are going under the hammer.

Among the items will be the football icon's European Cup winner's medal from 1968, which is expected to sell for between £90,000 and £120,000.

Auctioneers expect the sale - which has been arranged by the executors of his estate - to raise in excess of £250,000.

Other items will include the Northern Ireland star's 1968 Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year trophy, predicted to fetch between £75,000 and £100,000 and a rare Faberge egg made to commemorate his role in the European Cup triumph.

It is one of only 68 produced and has been estimated at between £15,000 and £20,000. Other lots include his 2002 BBC Lifetime Achievement Award, estimated at between £5,000 and £8,000 and a replica of his 1968 European Cup medal which was made for Best when he briefly lost the original.

The Professional Footballers' Association had it made and it was modelled on the medal awarded to fellow United star Sir Bobby Charlton.

The Old Trafford favourite - hailed as one of the world's greatest players - died in November 2005 after a long battle against alcoholism.

He dazzled thousands of fans with his skills on the pitch but he is also remembered for his passion for women, booze, fast cars and fashion.

His public decline and often messy private life ensured he stayed in the headlines long after he hung up his boots. Best was given a lifeline liver transplant in 2002 but started drinking again and he died from multiple organ failure three years later.

Thousands of fans flocked to Old Trafford to pay their respects and many more lined the streets of his native Belfast to say their final goodbyes.

The lots will go under the hammer at Bonhams auction house in Chester on October 20.

The star item is expected to be Best's European Cup medal, presented to him after United triumphed 4-1 over a Benfica team that included Eusebio.

Best scored a goal in that game, which saw his team become the first English winners of the trophy.

The sale announcement comes just days after the M.E.N. revealed that United and England legend Nobby Stiles is selling his World Cup and European Cup winner's medals.

The 1966 World Cup medal is expected to fetch up to £150,000 and his 1968 European Cup winner's medal around £30,000 .

The hero of 1966 - famous during his playing days for his gap-toothed grin - is also selling his shirts and England caps, and will split the proceeds between his three sons. Born in Collyhurst, his items will go under the hammer at Convery Auctions in Edinburgh next month.

[theater of dream]

Ironi, menyedihkan dan memalukan, apa keluarganya ngga punya uang lagi sampai segitunya menjual sejarah ??
Apa ngga seharus nya Management United yang beli kan bisa di taruh di Musium ?

[Blacklist7]

Hiks Hiks...

jadi sedih klo baca berita pelelangan...
jadi inget kasus pelelangan medali oleh salah satu atlet terbaik Indonesia...

huff... pgn punya uang 5 pounds nya yg gambar George Best...

Love Best, Love Cantona, Love Robson, Love Becks, Love Owen

[Andi Istiabudi]

huff... pgn punya uang 5 pounds nya yg gambar George Best...


Coba posting di thread Wish List Sunday Market aja, hehehe ...

[Blacklist7]

Coba posting di thread Wish List Sunday Market aja, hehehe ...

waduh... tapi brapa duit tuh??? hehehhe ok ill try..

[rondwisan]

huff... pgn punya uang 5 pounds nya yg gambar George Best...

Love Best, Love Cantona, Love Robson, Love Becks, Love Owen

sorry OOT,
Ronaldo kelewatan or emang gak "Love" ... :)):))=))

[Blacklist7]

sorry OOT,
Ronaldo kelewatan or emang gak "Love" ... :)):))=))

wew... klo yg satu itu ga bisa dijelasin...

sorry OOT... ego ga bisa membeli status superstar...

janji palsu... dulu di United memang best since best...

tapi kata2 "no.. I'm gonna stay here, I'm happy here.." lha buktinya???

memang professional, cuma tidak loyal...

tega bener sampai Real bayar Raul untuk pergi, demi no 7... ck ck ck...

sorry no Offense... but that's a fact

[hendiplast]

Manchester United legend George Best's 1968 European Cup winner's medal fetches £156,000 at auction

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George Best's 1968 European Cup winner's medal has been sold at auction for £156,000.

It was arguably the greatest accolade won by the Northern Irish genius during a turbulent football career.

His goal in extra time of the final at Wembley put Manchester United on course for a 4-1 win against Benfica which helped to create the legend of a club which had suffered so horribly with the Munich disaster 10 years earlier.

The European Cup medal was among 13 of Best's awards put up for sale by his sister Barbara McNally, who said she was forced to part with treasured mementos in order to pay off his debts. The items fetched almost £200,000.

Flamboyant on and off the pitch, Best died five years ago - aged just 59 - after a lifetime battling alcoholism.

A replica of the European Cup Winner's medal, which was made for Best by the PFA when he misplaced the original medal, fetched £9,000.

The BBC Lifetime Achievement Award the recovering alcoholic won in 2002 sold for £7,800; and the 2000 Belfast Telegraph Hall of Fame award raised £4,800.

Other important lots sold included the 2000 International Hall of Champions award, which made £3,960 and the Freedom of Castlereagh award, which fetched £4,560.

From private collectors, a limited edition George Best Faberge egg commemorating his part in the 1968 cup final sold for £25,200. It was listed at £15,000 to £20,000.

The last shirt worn by Best for Northern Ireland while a Manchester United player on November 14 1973, sold for £6,000.

The sale also featured the shirt worn by Brazilian footballer Pele in his final international appearance for Brazil versus Yugoslavia on July 18 1971, which made £8,640; and a collection of Muhammad Ali memorabilia, signed and donated by the celebrated former boxer to Parkinson's UK, which raised over £3,000 for the Parkinson's disease charity.

McNarry, 58, had told how she had no choice but to sell off the late Manchester United icon’s prizes at the Bonhams auction in Chester.

In a statement, she said: 'I’m absolutely devastated that the executor is having to arrange for the sale of George’s trophies and memorabilia which hold so many precious memories for myself and George’s many fans worldwide.

'But I reluctantly have to accept that there is no alternative due to the financial status of the estate.'

Best’s £135,853 estate went almost entirely to McNarry when he died of organ failure in London’s private Cromwell Hospital in November 2005.

His gross estate was £525,680 but after debts were settled the net value was slashed. Further claims on the estate apparently later came to light.

Best drew up his will when he was still married to Alex Best but never updated it. When they divorced, she was automatically cut out and the estate switched to McNarry.

McNarry lives in Belfast and runs the George Best Foundation, a trust set up to raise funds to combat liver disease. Best’s son Calum, 29, was said to be disappointed after he was left only an engraved commemorative watch from the 1994 World Cup.

Best’s other three siblings did not receive a penny. There have since been costly private disputes over who in the Best family owns what.

At a previous Bonhams auction in 2003, Best himself sold his 1968 European Footballer of the Year trophy for over £150,000. Best said he would 'shed a tear' at losing the trophy, which he sold to pay for a Greek holiday home.


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/

[zudomiriku]

George BEST
Football’s tragic playboy prince

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"If I had been born ugly, you would have never heard of Pele."

Of all the memorable George Best one-liners, and there were plenty, this one probably served as the most fitting epitaph. His tongue might have been in his cheek, but this inimitable Irishman knew how good he was and, at his best, few could compare. Skill, speed, balance and steely courage made the late, great Manchester United legend a spectacular sight to behold, and those who saw him in his pomp remain adamant that he knew no equal. Even Pele himself was said to have described this Belfast boy as the greatest player he had seen.

Yet in envisaging the obscurity that could have befallen O Rei, Best also acknowledged – intentionally or otherwise – the unavoidable ‘what ifs’ that accompany any reflection on his turbulent career. How could it be otherwise when a player of such extraordinary and exquisite talents walked away from Old Trafford, and from football, at just 27? Or when Best became as famous for his excesses off the field as for his dazzling displays on it?

As the man himself reflected in later years: "I was born with a great gift, and sometimes with that comes a destructive streak. Just as I wanted to outdo everyone when I played, I had to outdo everyone when we were out on the town." It should not be forgotten, though, that long before he became the first footballer to move from the back pages to the front, earning himself the moniker of ‘the fifth Beatle’, it was football that was Best’s first love.

Indeed, it was with an almost obsessive devotion and diligence that he practised the game during his youth, playing matches with a plimsoll on his right foot and a boot on his left to improve and perfect the latter. Sure enough, practice steadily made perfect and when veteran Manchester United scout Bob Bishop caught a glimpse of this slightly built youngster in a boys' club match in Belfast, he was transfixed. Bishop’s subsequent telegram to manager Sir Matt Busby read simply: “I’ve found you a genius.”

This message would have been taken with a pinch of salt at Old Trafford, but all doubts were removed when Best, 15, arrived for a two-week trial in 1961. Hopelessly homesick, he lasted just two days before insisting on returning to Belfast, but Busby had already seen enough and made it a personal mission to coax the youngster back on a permanent basis. Within two years, and just four months after turning 17, Best made his senior United debut against West Bromwich Albion, giving a performance that saw him singled out by the Manchester Evening News for his “natural talent” and “style”.

These words would become synonymous with Best over the coming years and, together with Bobby Charlton and Denis Law, he formed an attacking triumvirate that enabled the Red Devils to rule over England and, ultimately, Europe. Law described him as "the complete player" and, even at 21, it seemed he had the world at his feet. By 1968, United were European champions, and Best - having scored in every round and illuminated the final – had been awarded the Ballon d’Or.

I was born with a great gift, and sometimes with that comes a destructive streak. Just as I wanted to outdo everyone when I played, I had to outdo everyone when we were out on the town.

The tragedy is that this elevated status and new-found fame also signalled the beginning of the end for the greatest British player of his generation. Soon, he was going into business, opening nightclubs and fashion boutiques, and it wasn’t long before a lifestyle dominated by drinking, gambling and womanising began to test the patience of his paymasters.

While Charlton and others at Old Trafford openly disapproved of Best’s off-field habits, Busby indulged his errant protégé and, for a time, the player’s brilliance justified such leniency. But it couldn’t last. Frustrated by United’s failure to replace the ageing stars of the 1968 side, Best returned to the bars and nightclubs, and his unauthorised absences became longer and more difficult to excuse.

The arrival of Tommy Docherty as manager brought a showdown that ended in Best’s sacking, with even Busby – by now in a directorial role – telling the press: "We want him out of our hair. We are at the end of our tether." Docherty initiated a brief truce that led to him returning the following year, but another fall-out quickly followed and, this time, the parting of the ways was final. Best, 27, retired from football.

His boots didn't stay packed away for long, of course, but the next stop after United and the 'Theatre of Dreams' was South Africa and a team by the name of Jewish Guild. The rot had set in, and while Best’s skills still had the capacity to dazzle, albeit increasingly rarely, he became a footballing nomad, turning out for scores of different clubs in locations as diverse as Cork, San Jose, Brisbane and Bournemouth.

People were desperate to see the old magic return, and there was even pressure to include the wayward genius, now 36, in Northern Ireland’s 1982 FIFA World Cup Spain™ squad. Billy Bingham resisted, however, and Best – the last of whose 37 caps had come five years earlier – remained one of the finest players never to grace the game’s greatest stage.

Many have since earned comparisons, most frequently at Old Trafford, where Ryan Giggs spent his younger years shrugging off the tag of ‘the new George Best’. Alex Ferguson was quick to dismiss the likeness. “He’ll never be a Best. Nobody will,” said the Scot. “George was unique, the greatest talent our football ever produced — easily! At Old Trafford they reckon he had double-jointed ankles. You remember how he could do those 180-degree turns simply by swivelling on his ankles? As well as devastating defenders, that helped him to avoid injuries because he was never really stationary for opponents to hurt him.”

Tragically, Best wasn’t able to stop hurting himself. Despite receiving a second chance with a liver transplant in 2000, the drinking continued and, within five years, this spiral of self-destruction ended in inevitable fashion. He was just 59 when he died. There was frustration in some quarters, anger in others, but dominating it all was appreciation and enduring fondness for one of the game’s true greats.

For his fans, no-one compared. A banner that fluttered along his funeral route in Belfast said it all: "Maradona good; Pele better; George Best."

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Playing Career
Date of birth: 22 May 1946
Place of birth: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Position: Winger

Clubs: Manchester United (1963-74), Jewish Guild (1974), Stockport County (1975), Cork Celtic (1975-76), Los Angeles Aztecs (1976, 1977-78), Fulham (1976-78), Fort Lauderdale Strikers (1978-79), Hibernian (1979-81), San Jose Earthquakes (1980-81), Hong Kong Rangers (1982), Bournemouth (1983), Brisbane Lions (1983)
National team: 37 appearances (9 goals)

Honours
* 1 European Champions Cup (1968)
* 2 English league titles (1965, 1967)
* 1 European Footballer of the Year (1968)

[zudomiriku]

Did You Know?

* In 2007, the fashion and style magazine GQ named Best as one of the 50 most stylish men of the past 50 years.

* In February 1970, Best set a new FA Cup record by scoring six goals in United’s 8-2 win over Northampton Town. Roy Fairfax, assigned to mark him, conceded: “The closest I got to him was when we shook hands at the end!”

* Best’s first job in England was as an office boy for Manchester Ship Canal Company, a post arranged by United, who were not allowed to offer him professional terms until he turned 17.

* Belfast City Airport was renamed George Best Belfast City Airport as a tribute, with the new name and signage unveiled on what would have been his 60th birthday, 22 May 2006.

* Before being picked up by Manchester United, Best was rejected by his local club, Glentoran, for being “too wee”.

[bucay deathbat]

CADASSSS \m/\m/\m/

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[VaDLi]

Happy 65th Birthday to a football genius.
One of the Best the world has ever seen.
Always in our hearts.



:rose:

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[marsel david]

Happy Birthday George Best
the best football player in his generation

[Andi Istiabudi]

On song: Musical of the life of Manchester United legend George Best heading to the Lowry

A musical about the life of George Best is coming to Salford – before it hits the West End.

'Dancing Shoes – The George Best Story' made its debut to rave reviews in Belfast, where the former Manchester United great was born.

Now it is coming to the Lowry theatre for one week from September 5 before moving to the West End.

Directed by Dublin’s Peter Sheridan it tells the turbulent and colourful story of one of the greatest footballers the world has ever seen.

Mr Sheridan said “People nowadays have to remember that George Best was the original David Beckham. He had all the fame in the world, romanced several ex-Miss Worlds and did enough drinking to rival the best. It’s all there. A fantastic story. I know audiences will love it.”

Playwright Marie Jones added: “I am absolutely thrilled with the way this show has turned out.

“The songwriters have come up with the most amazing, beautiful, catchy songs and music. In Belfast the audiences came out of the theatre singing them.”

After the Belfast premier, Best's son Calum Best said: “This show put me through the emotional wringer. It was brilliant though and the cast were superb.”

Irish actor Aidan O’Neill plays Best in the production, charting his childhood days kicking a tennis ball against a gable wall in east Belfast to the height of fame and celebrity.

But the production also explores Best's addiction to alcohol and his ultimate decline.

Source : http://menmedia.co.uk

[yusron]

sayang banget gw blom lahir saat masa kejayaan George Best yg mrupakan pemain terbaik eropa 1968. Tapi gw percaya akan kemampuannya yg dikatakan oleh Sir Matt Busby, Best memiliki kemampuan yang katanya "langka" ini

[Andi Istiabudi]

Meski sudah wafat tapi George Best masih memiliki pesona yang luar biasa ...

Artist scores a hit with George Best paintings

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NORTHERN Ireland football legend George Best is set once again to grace Windsor Park – as the subject of a new art exhibition chronicling his life.

A range of paintings showcasing the former Manchester United star’s career will be launched at the famous south Belfast stadium next week before being placed on public display in the city ahead of going on tour to Londonderry, Dublin and Manchester.

The subjects of the 12 artworks – painted by Killyleagh artist Deepa Mann-Kler – range from action shots on the field of play, with Best in his legendary number seven shirt, to close-up portraits of the footballer.

The exhibition, entitled ‘Dancing Shoes: George Best Art Exhibition’, will be unveiled to coincide with a hugely successful musical tribute to the football icon – which returns to the stage of the Grand Opera House next month.

Commenting on her unique project, Ms Mann-Kler said: “It was a hugely challenging task to paint one of the world’s most famous footballers – but it was something I had to do. It has been a difficult project, because George Best is so well known and so greatly loved.”

The Co Down artist said she hoped people would be “touched” by the collection of images.

She said: “What struck me during my research was the enormous number of images and information about George Best in the public arena. The one thing missing was his own voice – and that’s what gave me the idea for one of the paintings.

“In a book by Michael Parkinson, a number of passages are in George’s own words. They offer a real insight into his thoughts and feelings.

“I’ve painted him in a Northern Ireland shirt – because I think local people will be really touched by it.”

The project has received the backing of the George Best Foundation – set up in honour of the footballer – and it plans to auction one of Ms Mann-Kler’s paintings to help raise funds for its work.

Barbara McNarry, a sister of Best, said: “I am happy to support this exhibition on George at Windsor Park and I would like to wish Deepa every success.”

Martin Lynch, creator of the Dancing Shoes musical, said: “I have never seen a show that connects with an audience quite like Dancing Shoes. Deepa’s work with us has resulted in a very successful artistic collaboration and I am sure her paintings will touch a chord with the public too.”

As well as touring alongside the musical production, the paintings are also scheduled to go on display at the Manchester United museum at Old Trafford in the coming months.

Best died in 2005 following a long battle with alcoholism.

n The paintings will be unveiled at the viewing lounge at Windsor Park on Friday, July 29 at 7pm. The exhibition will also be on display at the Grand Opera House from August 4–27.

Source : http://www.newsletter.co.uk

[Andi Istiabudi]

Wah kalau memang benar, parah nih skandal penyadapan oleh media di Inggris. Masa pemain bola juga disadap ? Kalau kelompok ekstrim yang disadap sih OK tapi ini ...

Phone hacking led to footie George Best’s death, says ex-wife
From ANI

London, July 24: The former wife of the late footballer George Best believes that his death was hastened by the News of the World phone hacking.

Police have apparently found evidence that Best, the Manchester United and Northern Ireland international, who died aged 59 in 2005 from multiple organ failure, was hacked by private investigator Glenn Mulcaire.

Alex Best, a former model who was divorced from Best in 2003, said she believed her and her then husband's phones were hacked for much of the decade and that this had put relentless pressure on Best.

"When an alcoholic is under so much pressure, the first thing they do is turn to alcohol. He had so many problems with alcohol and the pressure they put him under only made things worse," the Telegraph quoted her as saying.

"It is very upsetting. They violated our lives. They always seemed to know where we were," she added.

She wrote to police earlier this month, asking if she had been a victim of hacking and last week, officers confirmed they were targeted.

Alex is also now likely to bring a separate civil claim against News International for breach of privacy.

Source : http://www.dailyindia.com

[Andi Istiabudi]

George Best musical comes to The Lowry Centre

A MUSICAL about the life of George Best is coming to Salford – before it hits the West End.

The show made its debut to rave reviews in Belfast, where the former Manchester United great was born. Now it is coming to the Lowry theatre for one week.

Directed by Dublin’s Peter Sheridan it tells the turbulent and colourful story of one of the greatest footballers the world has ever seen.

Sheridan said: “People nowadays have to remember that George Best was the original David Beckham. He had all the fame in the world, romanced several ex-Miss Worlds and did enough drinking to rival the best. It’s all there. A fantastic story. I know audiences will love it.”

Playwright Marie Jones added: “I am absolutely thrilled with the way this show has turned out.

“The songwriters have come up with the most amazing, beautiful, catchy songs and music. In Belfast the audiences came out of the theatre singing them.”

After the Belfast premier, Best's son Calum Best said: “This show put me through the emotional wringer. It was brilliant though and the cast were superb.”

Irish actor Aidan O’Neill plays Best in the production, charting his childhood days kicking a tennis ball against a gable wall in east Belfast to the height of fame and celebrity.

But the production also explores Best's addiction to alcohol and his ultimate decline.

O’Neill said: “I feel both nervous and excited to perform in Manchester, George’s second home and of Manchester United.

“We have already heard that many of George’s original team players will be seeing the show at the Lowry – it will be a very special opening night.”
Northern Irish international Best passed away in November 2005.

Before he found fame at Old Trafford Best’s local club, Glentoran rejected the then teenager for being too lightweight.

Source : http://www.dailypost.co.uk

[Andi Istiabudi]

Sayang drama musikalnya tidak tampil pentas di Indonesia ...

Stormont puts its foot in it over invite to meet George Best show cast

Hit musical Dancing Shoes - The George Best Story, has been breaking records... but it doesn't stop our politicians getting the name of the show wrong.

Stars from the show were at Stormont yesterday ahead of taking the musical of Manchester United legend Best on tour.

However, an invitation from the Office of First Minister and Deputy First Minister invited the media to come and watch the cast of "Dancing Feet" perform.

Perhaps they were mixing the Martin Lynch and Marie Jones musical up with animated Disney movie Happy Feet?

The Dancing Shoes cast sang Georgie Boy and Dancing Shoes from the colourful production at Stormont before they head off on a tour of the UK and Ireland.

Junior ministers Jonathan Bell and Martina Anderson congratulated the cast and production team for bringing the show to the people of Belfast, and now to audiences further afield.

The musical life story of one of the world's greatest footballers opens at The Lowry in Salford, Manchester - where Best lit up Old Trafford - on September 5.

Aidan O'Neill (30) from Coalisland plays the lead role of Best, and said he couldn't wait to bring the show to Manchester.

He added: "Last year we were nervous at the start because we didn't know what sort of a show we were going to have, but it was such a hit. This time around it is even more exciting and we are keen to show people what we've got.

"I was over in Manchester on Tuesday and the buzz is really heightened at the moment."

Mr Lynch said Best's footballing home was the natural choice for its English debut.

"We've had a fantastic reaction from the people of Belfast and the next step is to take it out to Best's second home in Manchester and see how they react to it."

The production enjoyed a record-breaking run at the Opera House in 2010 when 23,500 people saw it. After a three-week run at the same venue this month, Dancing Shoes opens at The Lowry in Salford on September 5. The cast then embark on a UK and Irish tour including Dublin and Glasgow dates.

Source : http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

[Andi Istiabudi]

Sayang yach Calum Best tidak menjadi pemain bola legendaris seperti ayahnya ...

Phone hacking: Calum Best to sue News of the World publisher

Celebrity understood to be joining stars including Jude Law and Sienna Miller in launching legal action against now defunct paper
Ben Dowell

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Calum Best is poised to begin legal proceedings against the publisher of the News of the World over allegations that his telephone was hacked and messages intercepted.

Best, the son of footballer George Best, is understood to have engaged the services of Charlotte Harris, a media lawyer at the firm Mischon de Reya, over the claim that his telephone number as well as details of messages appear in the records of the private investigator Glenn Mulcaire.

It is understood the Metropolitan police's Operation Weeting team notified Best a few weeks ago that his name and details were contained in the papers retrieved from Mulcaire. Sources close to Best have said that it is "only a matter of time" before action begins.

Best joins a growing list of celebrities including Jude Law, Sienna Miller, Leslie Ash and Paul Gascoigne who have started proceedings against News Group Newspapers, the owner of the now defunct title.

Best, who turned 30 in February this year, has been a frequent target of the tabloids over the years, both because of his famous father and his supposedly "colourful" private life.

During the five-year period covered by Mulcaire's notes until the private detective's arrest in 2006, Best was mentioned in 116 articles published by the News of the World. The period covers the death in November 2005 of George Best – although the Guardian has no evidence to show that any particular story was the result of the hacking of his phone.

A News International spokeswoman declined to comment on the legal moves. She said that the company was "co-operating fully with Operating Weeting".

The News of the World was closed last month after 168 years.

Source : http://www.guardian.co.uk

[Andi Istiabudi]

Dancing Shoes: The George Best Story
SARA KEATING

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Grand Canal Theatre, Dublin

It is difficult to conceive of the audience demographic for a football musical, but this GBL Production about the life of George Best invents one. Through a series of rousing anthems that would not be out of place in a football stadium, Dancing Shoes presents a totally uncritical musical biography of the footballing legend, who was perhaps more famous in his lifetime for his off-pitch lifestyle than his sporting skill.

Focusing almost entirely on Best’s journey from the backstreets of Belfast to Manchester United’s Theatre of Dreams, Dancing Shoes is pure hagiography, and any Belfast native, Best or football fan, will revel in the nostalgic presentation of local community and a football culture that was not the cut-throat commercial industry it is today. For others, however, the evening slowly turns into an uncomfortable celebration of alcohol and misogyny.

Writers Marie Jones and Martin Lynch bring a light comic touch to the dramatic text, which uses local idiom and reference to create an intimate portrait of Belfast in the 1960s. However, although JJ Gilmour and Pat Gribben draw on an impressive range of musical influences – from pop-rock to reggae – the lyrics are very poor (“If you want to take the world on/You’ll have to eat your spuds, son”). The songs do little to provide emotional tone or plot exegesis, though some of the choral chants will certainly stay in your head long after you leave the theatre. Under the direction of Peter Sheridan, meanwhile, the ensemble cast of eight effortlessly spread themselves over more than 100 roles, and Aidan O’Neill provides a solid presence throughout as Georgie.

Midway through the second-act the celebratory tone shifts suddenly as Best’s life spirals out of control, but instead of probing the psychology of a hero’s downfall, Dancing Shoes rolls out Best’s fellow-troubled sporting star, Alex Higgins, for a surreal musical number: a battle between the boozers, in which each asserts their superior ability to drink themselves to death. This is the second-last scene in the play and the comedic approach to the material is disturbing. Combined with the sentimental eulogies that follow at Best’s funeral and the celebratory encore, Dancing Shoes is for those who would prefer to remember Best for the hero he might have been rather than the flawed and tragic figure that he was.

Source : http://www.irishtimes.com

[Andi Istiabudi]

Kalau brewokan dan sedikit gondrong mirip Best senior yach ?

Calum Best upsets his Irish girl

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Irish model Georgia Salpa is being comforted by friends after pictures emerged of her boyfriend Calum Best going home with another woman.

Best - who, like his late father, has a reputation as a womaniser - was snapped returning to the home of TV host Donna Air late last Friday night.

The only son of Northern Ireland and Manchester United football superstar George Best was spotted leaving a London nightclub over the weekend with DJ Air (32), before arriving back at her apartment.

The two left trendy nightspot Mahiki in the mum-of-one's chauffeur-driven car at around 3am, with Calum trying to keep a low profile in the back seat.

A pal has said Georgia is shocked at the revelations, but she was willing to "work on their relationship".

The couple met while starring in TV3's Celebrity Salon and have been dating since April. According to insiders, the lothario is trying to mend his relationship and cancelled an appearance at a charity football match yesterday due to "a personal emergency".

Calum is said to be to be annoyed over the allegations, with a friend insisting he and Air are just friends.

Source: http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

[Blacklist7]

Kalau brewokan dan sedikit gondrong mirip Best senior yach ?

ah ga juga om... hehehehe... kita tengok yuk sejarah rambutnya n wajah khas BEST bgt...

masih kecil udah pirang, beda ma bapaknya... lebih ke ibunya, Angie...
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dewasa jadi model... (lho kok mirip Becks)
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makin dewasa
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Lebih mirip Jason Isaac jadinya... wkwkwkwk..

dah kepala 3 usianya...
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lesung pipi khas George Best keliatan bgt... hehehehe

[Blacklist7]

cuma ini foto Calum Best yg bener bener mirip George Best...
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[Andi Istiabudi]

Calum Best to open pub chain in father's memory
By Niamh Horan Entertainment News Reporter

PLAYBOY Calum Best, the son of tragic footballer George Best, plans to open a controversial themed pub in Dublin dedicated to the memory of his father who died of alcoholism.

'Bestie's Bar', which will open in the New Year, will feature memorabilia including a collection of medals and trophies awarded to the footballing genius from Belfast.

Calum Best, ex-boyfriend of model Georgia Salpa, is in talks to front the new venue, which will be based in Dublin city centre, and also hopes to spread the franchise to Belfast and Manchester.

The opening of the chain of pubs will be the subject of a television documentary by production company Straywave Media, and is likely to cause controversy among George's family -- in particular his sister Barbara, who set up The George Best Foundation to help people struggling with alcohol abuse following the footballer's death.

But as a source close to the project explains, Calum is keen on giving fans a place dedicated to the footballer's memory.

"Calum has been in talks about opening the pub, which he feels would be great for fans to come and celebrate his life. There are two big financial backers behind it and now they're just looking for the best location," said the source.

"Of course a lot of people will wonder why it won't be in his hometown of Belfast but we felt Dublin was the best place to start and his son Calum currently spends so much time here that he's been able to devote a lot of time to it.

"We're hoping to get in lots of memorabilia -- jerseys worn by Best, pictures of the sportsman with other well- known football stars, trophies and medals. It will be a shrine to the legend himself."

George Best made his debut for Manchester United in 1963, but despite his breathtaking skills he lasted a mere six years at the top, before self-destructing into alcoholism and bankruptcy.

Source : http://www.independent.ie

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andaikan almarhum berada ke jalan yg bener (no WomaN,.no MIRAS),...mngkin sampai detik ini masih menghirup udara seger,.....

sayang almarhun tinggal kenangan saja,.....gara Woman & MIRAS,.... :((

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Calum Best agrees to meet mum of his alleged child
By NIAMH HORAN, Entertainment Reporter

CALUM Best has finally agreed to meet the mother of his alleged love child after secret talks this weekend.

The celebrity son of footballer George Best told Lorna Hogan that he would finally meet to discuss taking a paternity test to find out if four-and-a-half-year-old Amelia Hogan is his child.

The dramatic turnaround came when Manchester-born Lorna turned up at the official launch of his new scent in Co Donegal on Friday with her tearful daughter so she could hand the star a letter asking him to take responsibility.

The child and her mother attempted to hand Best the note which read: "To Daddy, Please take a DNA test so you don't have to deny me anymore. I am your daughter, please have a heart and don't put me through this anymore."

The serial lothario made a hasty exit but later returned to talk to his former lover.

As Lorna, who now lives in Carlow, explained: "He changed his mind and came back afterwards and we did talk. He said he would meet me again to discuss taking the paternity test."

But an exasperated Lorna Hogan warned that if Calum Best fell through on his promise, she would continue to turn up at every public appearance to embarrass the star into taking responsibility for his alleged child.

"I will turn up at every launch, every public appearance. I will make it my mission until he faces up to his responsibilities," she vowed.

"I will not rest, I will be there every time. I think I'm raising an important issue and giving single moms everywhere who are in my position the courage to do what I am doing."

Calum Best's mother has previously attempted to play peacemaker between her son and the 29-year-old former model. In 2009 she arranged for Lorna to travel for tests to confirm that the playboy was Amelia's dad.

But Calum failed to turn up for the paternity test -- even though it was he who had booked the appointment.

Later, he flew to Vietnam to raise money for the Children's Trust charity, which provides for the country's disabled youngsters.

Speaking from her Carlow home this weekend, an angry Lorna said: "Amelia is his flesh and blood. I just want him to see her from time to time and to take an interest in her. He's making all these public appearances, earning good money, and he has never given me a penny. I have had to shoulder everything."

In 2006, in an interview aimed at helping children of alcoholics, Calum spoke of his "anger and pain" at his father for choosing booze over him.

"I was hurt and furious," he said. "There were never any hugs, no 'I love you's."

Source : http://www.independent.ie

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Epithaphs to Manchester United legend George Best from Ferguson to Pele
By Patrice Dougan

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George Best, centre, at Lisnasharragh High School in 1961.

The new book, George Best Will Not Be Playing Today, features a collection of tributes paid to the legend after his death. Packed between the covers are hundreds of personal tributes.

“On Saturday afternoon, prisoners — including Nelson Mandela — were allowed to play soccer. Many were young men who, as well as dreaming of a free South Africa, also had their sporting heroes in the old English First Division. Among the heroes who kept their spirits high was the young Belfast lad, George Best. Stories of his wizardy on the field — and his zest for life off it — filled the corridors of Robben Island prison.

“Alas, his career was much too short and his star faded all too quickly.

“Like the Prodigal Son, George found his way home and we remember with gratitude, and great warmth — a sporting genius and loveable rogue — for brightening up our darkest hours.”

Archbishop Desmond Tutu

“... a great player who was my idol, George Best, without a doubt one of the best football-artists we have ever had.

“The great football critics said that because of his technical skills he didn’t seem like a European athlete but rather like a Brazilian athlete who danced the samba with the ball at his feet.

“George Best until today is a footballer without comparison and his technical skills will never be forgotten.”

Pele

“... he was unbelievable, unplayable and uncatchable.

“He was quick and elusive; he had good feet and had what was essential to a great player, balance and courage. It was his courage that most impressed me.

“He set down the template for greatness through his courage and any budding young star would be advised to follow that example.”

Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United manager

“I quickly came to realise how much affection George attracted from all around the world. I attended meetings giving lectures on liver disease, but no one seemed to be a bit interested in what I had to say.

“All around the world, in South Africa, Australia and the Middle East it was always: ‘How’s George?’

“It is said that doctors shouldn’t get too close to their patients. It’s not that easy when that person is George Best.”

Professor Roger Williams, George’s medical consultant

“George Best was a marvel with the ball and without the ball.

“A dream footballer who was confident in ability with supreme control at pace, and brave in the tackle when needed.

“He scored goals which were unique and he used to take some big hits from defenders who had no other way of stopping him.

“Anyone that witnessed what he could do on the pitch wished they could do the same. He enriched the lives of anyone that saw him play.”

Sir Bobby Charlton, former Man United/England footballer

“His ability was an inspiration to everyone who loves football. He was known around the world for his skill and flair.”

Sven Goran Eriksson, Leicester City manager

“I have always said that he didn’t touch me at all. The reason the ref didn’t give the goal was because if my foot was coming up to kick the ball, I could have broken my leg on his foot!

“George was one of the most truly talented and gifted players that I have ever had the privilege to play against in the whole of my footballing career. He was a smashing bloke.”

Gordon Banks, former England goalkeeper, on ‘that’ goal against England during Home Internationals in 1971

“George Best will pass into folklore as mercurial, as magical, as someone who lived his dream and as someone who made our dreams come true.

“What mere mortal could do what he did on a pitch?

“In a country that often couldn’t rise above politics and religion, George Best did more than most to bring us together as a people, to make us realise that there is more to unite us than to divide us.”

Eamonn Holmes, TV presenter

“George Best was unquestionably the most complete player I ever saw. A talent beyond compare.

“He possessed all the technical attributes, was blessed with good looks, charisma, and an hypnotic appeal.

“He was the first of the superstars of football.”

Pat Jennings, former Tottenham Hotspur and Northern Ireland footballer

“For me, George was one of those special people whose talent and love of life made a lasting impression on a whole generation.

“A Belfast Boy, a footballer by profession, a player both on and off the field, he was a hero of our times.

“A legend, he will never be forgotten.”

Eddie Irvine, Formula 1 racing driver

”Who says they don’t let (red) devils into Heaven.”

“Many have worn it before, many have worn it since, but there will only be one magnificent 7. The ‘Best’ there’s ever been.”

The Abram family.

“The best reason for believing in an afterlife is the chance of a kick around with George.”

“A genius footballer sadly missed. Pele was right, you were the Best.”

“God’s made the greatest signing ever for the Heaven Eleven. RIP George.”

“The master taught me football lessons on the pitch. More importantly, he has taught me the perils of the high life. And I needed it! Thanks George for literally extending my life.”

- Andy

“Although I was never privileged enough to see you play, my dad was and he has told me that no-one could touch you.

“The clips that survive are the image of a genius that will last for generation after generation. You had a truly special talent.

“I have been lucky enough to see the likes of Keane, Cantona and Schmeichel play in the red shirt, and these are giants that walk in the footsteps carved by your generation.

“Long live George, your talent will never be forgotten.”

- Alex, Trembaith

“Football’s Van Gogh. Thanks for the ‘Best’ memories.”

“The man who taught women about football.”

“To the Belfast Boy who never grew up, you were a godsend to Northern Ireland, you had the heart, the soul and most of all the touch of magic. God bless you George.”

“I witnessed Best at Windsor Park and wondered if Burns, Bach or Rembrandt, King Billy, St Patrick or Cuchulainn got reincarnated as a footballer.”

“You were a hero, you were a legend, you were a genius. You weren’t Brazilian, you were Northern Irish and you were ours. Thank you George.”

“You were the greatest and most talented player ever, you were the most beautiful man I have ever seen, you have always been my idol, you always will be.”

- Karen Beat, Essex

“George Best was an artist who didn’t just play, but danced with the football that was glued to his feet for as long as he wanted it there.

“Bless you George, you were magnificent, the ‘Best’ footballer I have ever seen, or likely ever to see.”

- Paul, Midlands

“You will always be The Best. Love from all your fans in Tasmania, Australia.”

Source : http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk

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Sesama keluarga kok malah ribut yach, kasihan mendiang Best jika mengetahuinya ...

George Best's sister wins damages over Calum Best comments

The sister of George Best is to receive libel damages over unfounded allegations about the sale of his trophies and memorabilia, the High Court has been told.

Apologies were also issued to Barbara McNarry as part of settlements reached with two national newspapers and a celebrity magazine.

Mrs McNarry sued over comments attributed to Mr Best's son.

The court heard she had been left extremely upset by the articles.

Mrs McNarry sued over comments attributed to the late Manchester United and Northern Ireland star's son, Calum Best, in articles which appeared in the Daily Mail, Daily Star and OK! Magazine.

'Unfounded'

As part of the resolution, statements were read out in court by a legal representative for the publishers of both newspapers.

One of them set out how an article published in the Daily Star last October under the headline "Calum Best: How can aunt flog dad's treasures?" contained "unfounded and unjustified allegations" regarding Mrs McNarry.

It said: "The defendant acknowledges that it was in fact the decision of the executor of the estate, albeit with Mrs McNarry's reluctant consent, to auction some of the late footballer's trophies and memorabilia, in order to discharge the estate's debts and that this caused considerable distress to Mrs McNarry.

"We unreservedly apologise to Mrs McNarry and her family, and as a mark of our regret have agreed to pay substantial damages and legal costs."

A similar statement was read out over the contents of a piece in the Daily Mail headlined "How can my aunt pawn dad's legacy?: George Best's son Calum on the feud that is tearing his family apart."

It also acknowledged that unfounded allegations were made that Mrs McNarry had acted improperly and unfairly over the sale.

"We are happy to make clear that it was the executor's decision to put the items up for auction in order to discharge the extensive liabilities of the estate, albeit with Mrs McNarry's reluctant agreement, having been left with no financial option in the circumstances," the statement added.

"We reiterate the point made in the article that Mrs McNarry had wanted to keep these treasured items, and had made every effort to produce an alternative to the sale, but ultimately had to agree to this action on the part of the executor.

"We had not intended to suggest that Mrs McNarry had behaved unfairly or inappropriately towards Calum Best and we apologise to her for any contrary impression that may have been given in the article."

Mrs McNarry was not in court, but her lawyer later outlined her regret at having to take legal action.

'No alternative'

Paul Tweed, senior partner at Johnsons law firm, said: "However, it was distressing enough for her to have to accede to the executor's decision to sell the trophies when she had been doing everything possible within her power to retain them for the purpose of exhibiting the mementos for the benefit of the community.

"Unfortunately the financial status of the estate left her with no alternative but to agree to the sale."

Mr Tweed added: "She was therefore extremely upset to have read these outrageous and totally unjustified articles which were based on allegations by Calum Best which could not have been further from the truth.

"My client however acknowledges the categoric retraction and apologies read out to the court this morning and she now just wants to put this behind her and to continue with her work and support for the The George Best Foundation .

"She is not at this stage in a position to make any decision regarding the substantial damages that are also to be paid as part of the settlements due to the ongoing financial uncertainties and commitments surrounding the administration of the estate."

The judge in the High Court in Belfast was told the actions are to be stayed on terms endorsed.

It is understood that Mrs McNarry, who helped set up the George Best Foundation following his death in 2005 to raise money for local football and research into liver disease, is to receive five figure sums from each of the defendants.

Source : http://www.bbc.co.uk

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Remember Best for his genius: Davidson

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COMEDIAN Jim Davidson will get serious when he arrives at the Belfast Waterfront this week – as he revives the memory of the sporting hero he always admired, George Best.

Davidson will pay tribute to the football legend who lost a long battle with alcoholism when he died in November 2005. aged 59.

“I will take time out at my show to acknowledge George in the city where he was born and brought so much cheer to people in spite of his problems,” said the 58-year-old stand-up favourite.

Davidson, on his first visit here in five years, leapt to Best’s defence after he went back on the booze following his well-documented liver transplant. He made a point of going on the Michael Parkinson BBC Radio 2 Show one Sunday morning to heap praise on Best when the former Manchester United player was under attack for hitting the bottle again after his life-saving operation.

“George did his best to solve his problems and failed,” said Davidson earlier this week.

“He should always be remembered for the genius he was and his drinking should be forgotten.”

It is appropriate that the comic will be here on the 11th day of the 11th month in the year 2011. Not only because he will be getting serious about Best but because this emotive Remembrance Day date is a reminder of the many trips he has made to conflict zones around the world to entertain British troops.

“I used to come to Belfast to cheer up the army,” said this son of a Glasgow Protestant father and an Irish Catholic mother from Cork.

“I had a happy upbringing,” he added.

“The only arguments in our house were about the Rangers-Celtic matches.”

Davidson, now on his fifth marriage with Michelle to whom he has been wed for 10 years, said:

“This wife is for keeps. I’m really happy now and besides I’m too old at 58 for love affairs.

“Apart from Michelle, my passion now is for Charlton Athletic football club who are really doing well at the moment.”

And Davidson reveals that for the first time in his career he is about to play a baddie in pantomime at Christmas in the Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow.

“I’m going to be Captain Hook. In past panto shows I’ve always been the good guy. Now I’m going to get booed this time,” said the former television host of The Generation Game who has just written a novel called Joined at the Hip.

Source : http://www.newsletter.co.uk

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Farewell, George Best... We'll miss U... meskipun aku belum pernah sekalipun melihat aksimu di layar kaca... tapi video video aksimu sudah membantuku mengenal siapa dirimu...

semoga tenang di Surga, Belfast Boy... #Will Not Be Playing Today

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Wah mantan pacar George Best jadi bhiksu Budha...

Former girlfriend of George Best saves city trees

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Ani Rinchen dated the footballer while she worked as a model under the name Jackie Glass

A FORMER girlfriend of George Best has won a bitter battle with one of Scotland’s biggest councils to save trees at a city centre beauty spot.

Edinburgh council has said it will no longer cut down five willow trees near the Water of Leith in Cannonmills.

More than 1000 locals signed a petition in two weeks objecting to a plan to fell the trees to make way for £11million flood defences.

Ani Rinchen, now an Edinburgh-based Bhuddist nun who was previously known as model Jackie Glass and dated the football legend, described how she harangued contractors preparing to chop the trees.

She said: “Result. We stopped the chop.

“I was out there for an hour-and-a-half arguing with contractors at one point.

“These trees are of critical importance and significant value to the townscape, streetscape and landscape of this conservation area on the edge of a World Heritage Site.”

More than a dozen trees were cut down in November, and plans to fell more caused outrage.

The council said it had suspended work “to allow officials to ensure planning procedures are being followed.”

Dave Anderson,Edinburgh’s director of city development, said: “I would like to confirm that, of the 11 trees in question, we have now identified that five can be saved without any negative impact on the flood work programme.

“I also agreed that we would look to see what might be done by way of an engineering solution in relation to the rigging structure so as to avoid, if at alol possible, removing a further two trees.”

He said trees could be pruned rather than removed altogether.

But he added: “The remaining four trees at the end will regrettably need to be removed.”

The upmarket area on the edge of the capital’s New Town is a favourite for walkers.

Source : http://www.deadlinenews.co.uk

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Surat pengunduran diri George Best...

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Dan setelah disetujui klub tahun 1974...

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