Charlton possessed a ferocious long shot , exceptional passing and incredible stamina .
Sir Bobby Charlton held the record for being Manchester United 's all - time top goalscorer , with 249 goals , until it was broken today by Wayne Rooney .
Sir possessed a ferocious long shot , exceptional passing and incredible stamina .
Sir Bobby Charlton held the record for being Manchester United 's all - time top goalscorer , with 249 goals , until it was broken today by Wayne Rooney .