United winger Ryan Giggs has been awarded an OBE for
services to football in the Queen's Birthday Honours
List.
Last season, the 33-year-old won a record ninth league title and
became only the second player in United's history to pass the 700
appearance benchmark.
The first, Sir Bobby Charlton - himself a former recipient of the
honour before receiving a knighthood - told ManUtd.com of his
delight at Giggs' recognition.
"I couldn't have been more pleased if he was a close relative," he
said. "Ryan is a fantastic member of Manchester United and the
ultimate professional.
"Added to that his marvellous skills and his services to football
make him a pleasure to watch. If only he'd have played for
England!"
Ryan recently retired from international football after amassing 64
caps over 16 years for Wales.
The honour makes Giggs an Officer of the British Empire, a British
order of chivalry. Other United players to receive the honour
include Bryan Robson and David Beckham.
Everybody at Manchester United would like to offer Ryan their
congratulations.
