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Robson tributes

Last updated: 31st July 2009

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David Cross says...

i dont think there will ever be a manager like sir bobby, the passion and the motivation he had was incredible. The man was an utter genius in what he did, just look at newcastle, they have never been the same since he left, he was a what we call 'a one off' meaning we will probably never live to see a manager quite like him. True true legend as a player and a manager, on the pitch and off it he was well established and a very nice person to be around. Living without him in football is one thing to miss but living without him atall is a feeling we cant describe. He will be missed, he will be honoured as our last hope of a true honest manager with a personalty like him. R.I.P sir bobby our world mourns but smiles knowing we had a person quite like you on it.

Posted 18:37 3rd August 2009

James Mullaney says...

Bobby's work at Ipswich and excpecially Newcastle really shows up what a great man he was.Managing England,Barcalona.PSV and FC Porto was a big highlight of his life but he will never be forgotten. RIP-Sir Bobby Robson 1933-2009

Posted 07:57 3rd August 2009

Jj Heneghan says...

What can you say about a man that achived so much in his life. If we all had his outlook and his way with people the world would be a much better place...He will not only be rememberd for football reasons,, but also for being the true gentleman that he came across as being.

Posted 01:05 3rd August 2009

Andy Stott (Burnley fan) says...

Sir Bobby Robson was one of the gentlemen of English Football who believed that the beautiful game was one available to the masses and not just the previledged few.He will go down in footballing history not only for his record as a manager but for being one of the greatest ambassadors of the sport second only to bobby moore.His passing marked the end of an era and he will always be remembered not only by his beloved toon but by all who follow and enjoy our beautiful game.Our thoughts and prayers are with Elsie and the rest of his family at this time,sleep well Bobby you've earned it-god bless and goodnight.

Posted 21:20 2nd August 2009

Carol Jameson says...

We met Bobby in Bury St Edmunds, where I now live, at his book signing. He signed 3 books for me and it was no problem. He was lovely, a true gent. I got a lovely hug and he called our daughter on her mobile and let a short message. Will miss his warm smile and his pure gentlemanness. Rest in peace, sadly missed, always.

Posted 18:56 2nd August 2009

Alan Wilkinson says...

I remember a wonderful moment of Robson magic i was visiting the training ground at Chester le street with my great nephew from Australia. Bobby was leaving in his car i walked to the car and Bobby stopped the car poked his head out the window and give me that lovely Robson smile and asked me what did i want..I said Bobby i have a kid here who has travelled 12 thousand miles to see Newcastle train , he is a fanatic of Newcastle.. would you have a little Newcastle item in the car that you could give the young aussie. he said im sorry but i hav`t anything at all today with me. Then he said hang on , and got out the car and went to the boot. Nothing in the boot but a Newcastle calender, He took it out and said where`s the young Aussie,i called Ryan over then Bobby shook his hand and said there you are son that is is signed by Alan ( Shearer ) and me. Probably the calendar was for some one else. but he could`t walk away from such a fan without leaving him some thing. A moment of the Robson magic. The calendar is now out of date but not the memory it will live forever with young Ryan the day he met the great man. He still treasures that calendar Thanks Bobby R. I. P.

Posted 16:16 2nd August 2009

Erik Strodl (Sunderland fan) says...

Too much emphasis is placed on results and the colour of money in the game today. What we lack today are personalities like Sir Bobby and more importantly people who are left quietly to get on and do the job. His record speaks for itself. Football has lost a great ambassador & remarkable gentleman

Posted 13:23 2nd August 2009

Dan Grey says...

Sir Bobby, what can I say about Sir Bobby? Well I know that the word count is not enough to say all the great memories I have of him but I will try. He was a true legend, a gentleman and an all round nice guy. I had the pleasure of meeting him a few years back and what a guy, just a really genuine nice man. I dont know anyone who had a bad word against him, thats the type of man he was. The things he did within football and out of it were a testimant to the person he was. He transformed Newcastle United, and I am a firm believer that we wudn't be where we are today if he had remianed in charge, it has been downhill since the moment he was sacked. I also had the pleasure of attending his charity match last sunday, it was an emotional day but not as emotional as finding out about his passing on friday morning. I visited St. James Park yesterday and it was amazing to see all the tributes left in his memory, there were fans from all over the world, there were even Sunderland and Middlesborough shirts left, that was the type of guy he was, bringing strong rivals together. Sir Bobby will be sorely missed by everyone connected with Newcastle, England, Fulham, Ipswich and just football in general. The word legend is used far too much in todays day and age but that was exactly what he was, a true legend and a great. You don't come accross many people who you can boast the achievements that he has. Loosing Sir Bobby to me is like loosing a family member, such is the feeling for a guy who had so much time for everyone. My thoughts go out to Elsie and his family. Sir Bobby Robson, it still hasnt truely sunk in that he has gone, a true ambassador for not only football but for gentleman accross the world. Goodbye Bobby, you will always be in my heart. A true legend never dies!!!

Posted 12:11 2nd August 2009

Ben Simpson (Leeds United fan) says...

He was a truly remarkable man who achieved many remarkable things in his life. A proper gent and has a place in everyone's heart, the world has lost a true legend. In my opinion one of the greatest men ever to have lived

Posted 11:18 2nd August 2009

Alan Morris says...

R.I.P. Sir Bobby. The football world is a lesser place without you. You will be sadly missed but also fondley remembered by all involved in football. You were a true gentleman and a dedicated servant of the game. It is not just the clubs that you were involved in that will miss you EVERYONE will. God bless, You'll never walk alone Sir Bobby .

Posted 10:32 2nd August 2009

Jack Christophers (Newcastle United fan) says...

This man actually changed my life, he was not only a sporting great but, as a person a great. i went to see him so many times at St James and i agree a stand should be named after him, a true great. Bobby u will be sourly missed and never ever forgotten, my wishes are with your family, and bobby i love you, thank you, and your presence has confirmed my love for football and life, thank you and you will never be forgotten

Posted 01:53 2nd August 2009

Steve Crook says...

The word legend is over used these days, but for Sir Bobby Robson it's fitting. Ferguson, Wenger, Benitez could learn a thing or two from him you don't need to be arrogant to be successful. RIP Sir Bobby Robson

Posted 23:56 1st August 2009

Adrian Eastick (Manchester United fan) says...

Thanks Sir Bobby for all the good things you achieved and won with the greatest humility and affection for your teams and opponents alike.The end of a true gentleman of which the likes we will never see again.You even forgave Freddie Shepherd for stabbing you in the back! Thankyou.

Posted 11:51 1st August 2009

Avtar Devgon (Stoke City fan) says...

In sport you have the greats who achieved something in their career and the legends who achieved everything. Sir Bobby Robson was a legend who achieved everything and if you look at the photos from the early years to the last days of his life, the beaming smile and twinkle in his eye was always seen and never forgotten.

Posted 11:38 1st August 2009

Nick Rothery says...

This is not just a sad day for football fans. The world is a poorer place without this great man in it. A statue of Sir Bobby at the new Wembley, would be a fitting tribute!

Posted 10:41 1st August 2009

Carol Finch says...

The world has lost a true gentleman and legend with the passing of Sir Bobby. He will be greatly missed. We were lucky enough to be at the game last Sunday and what an emotional game it was. We wouldn't have missed it for the world. R.I.P Sir Bobby. Carol, Rachel and Graham Finch xxxxxxxxx

Posted 10:24 1st August 2009

Jeff Soley (West Ham United fan) says...

Bobby Robson was a man I respected more than most, and it was with great sadness that I heard of his passing. I was in the crowd in Bari for his last England game, and having been locked in the Stadium, we sang "Bobby Robsons blue & white army" and he came back into the all but empty stadium to thank us. What a man and quite a moment, Sadley missed by one and all, and a true gentleman. Rest in Peace

Posted 10:24 1st August 2009

C M says...

I will always remember Sir Bobby for his incredible energy throughout his career in sports and life. He did his best and it was easy to have him as a manager for your club and love him win or lose because you knew he tried his best. He was a true local hero who made you proud to be a Geordie. Thanks for all your work in every aspiration you created for yourself

Posted 10:09 1st August 2009

Andy Timms (Ipswich Town fan) says...

Bobby was and still is the greatest leader of a football team . His knowledge of the game was second to none: just look back at what he achieved at the club I have supported since 1973 - Ipswich Town. He firmly put us up there with the greats of the game - he reminded me so much of my grandad - a true gentleman - a caring and considerate man who will be sadly missed by all. Rest in peace and God bless you and thank you for all you have done in this life, Andy Timms

Posted 09:58 1st August 2009

Tony Gooch (Plymouth Argyle fan) says...

If you ever need a definition of a gentleman think of Sir Bobby. He never complained, always gracious in defeat, yet he still had passion for whatever he did right to the very end. This mans life must be celebrated and we must acknowledge the support his family gave him. He wouldnt want us to mourn but to celebrate the enjoyment he gave us all just by being able to listen to him. Will the FA step up to the mark and arrange a special game at Wembley in aid of his cancer charity??

Posted 09:18 1st August 2009