20th anniversary of the death of George Best

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That this House marks the 20th anniversary of the death of George Best on 25 November 2025; recognises his extraordinary contribution to football as one of the most gifted and influential players of his generation; celebrates his iconic achievements with Manchester United, including his role in securing the European Cup in 1968; acknowledges with pride that he was born and raised in Northern Ireland and made a lasting contribution to Northern Ireland football; and extends sympathies to his family, friends and supporters as they commemorate two decades since his passing.