Duncan Edwards
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
2
Records
Duncan Edwards stands as one of the most respected figures in English football history, despite never winning a major trophy during his lifetime. His induction into three separate Halls of Fame, the National Football Museum, the English Football Hall of Fame, and Manchester United's own hall, speaks to his enduring legacy. Being ranked third in the 1957 Ballon d'Or voting at age 20 highlighted his status as one of the world's best players. The dedication of a statue in his hometown and the establishment of a scholarship bearing his name ensure that his contributions to the sport are remembered and celebrated by future generations.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
National Football Museum Hall of Fame
Inducted posthumously for his outstanding contribution to football.
English Football Hall of Fame
Recognized as one of the greatest players in English football history.
Manchester United Hall of Fame
Honored as one of the club's greatest legends.
Statue Unveiling
A bronze statue unveiled in Dudley to commemorate his life and legacy.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest English Footballers
Top 100 Footballers of All Time
100 Greatest Footballers of the 20th Century
Records & Feats
Youngest England Player Since WWII
Held the record for the youngest England player since World War II at the time of his death.
Ballon d'Or Third Place
Finished third in the 1957 Ballon d'Or voting at age 20, a remarkable feat for a player of such youth.