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As 2023 heads towards its finale, Mirror Sport takes a moment to remember some of those who the world of sport lost this year, including the likes of Sir Bobby Charlton, Ken Buchanan, John Motson, Tori Bowie and Gianluca Vialli

John Motson sadly passed away at the age of 77 in February and the much-loved voice of football left a sizable amount of money to his bereaved family in his will

Whether it's entertaining millions, inspiring people or helping to change the world for the better, these stars all left a lasting impact before they died in 2023

When the Rocket Man joined the Hornets board half a century ago, they were in the lower divisions with a ramshackle ground, medieval toilets and a dog track - but his double act with Taylor forged one of football's great feelgood fairytales

For the entire 90 minutes Robert did not stop his running commentary. He was like John Motson recreated and it did my head in - no one wants that right in their ear

On a special night out for three generations of the clan, Savage's son Charlie made a dream Wales debut with an assist and 97 per cent pass completion in the 4-0 rout of Gibraltar

Manchester City take on near neighbours Manchester United in the FA Cup final at Wembley on Saturday afternoon and the game could be set to go down in history as one of the best of all-time

John Motson has been named as the greatest football commentator of all time - but Kenneth Wolstenholme had the most memorable quote, with “They think it's all over...”

The iconic Motson - known affectionately as 'Motty' - passed away on February 23 at the age of 77 following a storied career which began when he joined the BBC in 1971

English football is in mourning after iconic commentator John Motson - regarded as the 'Voice of Football' by many pundits - sadly passed away on Thursday aged 77

The bravery of the Ukrainian people remains undiminished, their defiance as unbreakable as it was on the day Vladimir Putin ordered his troops into battle, Voice of the Mirror says

The Ukrainian peoples' bravery remains undiminished, their defiance as unbreakable as it was on the day Putin ordered his troops into battle

Dan Burn will likely start in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley against Manchester United at Sunday and it's a long way from collecting trollies in an Asda car park

Daily Mirror assistant editor Darren Lewis had the good fortune to meet one of his childhood heroes - the late, great John Motson - at the offices of radio station talkSPORT

Much-loved John Motson was described as the "king" of football commentary by his peers after the sad news of his death at the age of 77 was announced on Thursday

British football is mourning the death of legendary commentator John Motson, and his eerily accurate prediction about the future of Manchester United and Marcus Rashford has emerged as fans pay tribute

John Motson, who has passed away aged 77, was the ultimate professional and even when people thought he’d made a mistake, he had instead absolutely nailed it, writes his friend and fellow commentator Clive Tyldesley

It has emerged that Match of the Day's legendary commentator John Motson was in attendance at a Sutton United match just two weeks before passing away peacefully at the age of 77

The great John Motson, who has died at the age of 77, was the sound of football in England for over 50 years, taking fans through giant-killings, quests for World Cup glory and some of the English game's greatest moments.

John Motson has passed away aged 77, leaving behind a generation of fans and an unmatched legacy of unforgettable moments spanning his 50-year career at the very top of his field

Tribute from individuals and clubs within football have poured in following the death of iconic commentator John Motson with Gary Lineker and Jamie Carragher among those to share their thoughts

John Motson has died at the age of 77 and the Englishman will always be remembered for his iconic pieces of commentary, though he was modest about how his career started

Former BBC commentator John Motson passed away on Thursday aged 77 after an iconic 50-year broadcasting career which saw him cover 10 World Cups and 29 FA Cup finals

John Motson enjoyed a 50-year career with the BBC with his influence on the British game made clear with the heartfelt tributes following his death, aged 77, having covered 20 international tournaments, as well as a staggering 29 FA Cup finals.