MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester City and Manchester United fans paid tribute to Ricky Hatton on Sunday. The death of the former Boxing World Champion.
Hutton, originally from Greater Manchester, was a British sports icon and a lifelong fan of the city.
Following reports of his death, City confirmed that he had a minute’s thanks to the 46-year-old, 46, who was found dead at his Manchester home. Both teams wore black armbands.
Before the kickoff at Etihad Stadium, fans praised Hutton for winning the world title at light welterweight and pound-for-pound greats Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.
“Ricky is one of the city’s most beloved and respected supporters, and is always remembered for her sparkly boxing career,” City posted on X.
Former United striker Wayne Rooney also paid tribute.
“Devastation. Legends, Warriors, and Great People. There is a family and thought of all Ricky,” he posted on X.
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