1935- . English footballer, older brother of
Robert (Bobby) and nephew of Jackie Milburn.
He spent all his playing career with Leeds
United and played more than 750 games for
them. He and his brother both appeared in the
England team that won the World Cup 1966.
After retiring, Charlton managed
Middlesborough to the 2nd division title.
Appointed manager of the Republic of Ireland
national squad in 1986, he took the team to
the 1988 European Championship finals after
which he was made an `Honorary Irishman'. He
led Ireland to the World Cup finals for the
first time in 1990. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
World Cup 1966
Football League 1969
FA Cup 1972
Football League Cup 1968
Fairs Cup 1968, 1971
Footballer of the Year 1967