MANCHESTER, England — Fans of Manchester United came together on Sunday to honor the legacy of Denis Law, following the announcement of his passing. The beloved Old Trafford figure passed away on Friday at the age of 84, having been diagnosed with dementia in 2021.

Outside the stadium, floral arrangements, scarves, and various tributes were placed in front of a statue that honors Law alongside fellow legends Bobby Charlton and George Best, all prior to the Premier League match against Brighton, where United suffered a 3-1 defeat.

As the teams prepared to take the field, a piper performed “A Flower of Scotland” to commemorate the occasion. Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson placed a wreath in the center of the pitch, joined by Law’s former teammates, including Paddy Crerand, Alex Stepney, and Brian Kidd.

During his illustrious career, Law netted 237 goals in 404 matches for United and remains the only Scottish player to ever win the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. “He was the best Scottish player of all time,” Ferguson remarked to MUTV. “He embodied the spirit of a Scotsman, possessing an unparalleled fighting spirit. An incredible human being.”

The ceremony included a poem celebrating Law’s remarkable career, which was met with enthusiastic applause from the gathered supporters. Following the reading, fans joined together to sing “We’ll Never Die,” a tribute to the members of the club’s 1958 squad, many of whom tragically lost their lives in the Munich air disaster.

Leading the heartfelt tributes, Manchester United described Law as the “hero of a generation,” underscoring the profound impact he had on the club and its supporters.