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Simon Peach

Kath Phipps: 'Heart and soul of Manchester United' dies, aged 85

Wayne Rooney called Kath Phipps "the heart and soul of Manchester United" as tributes from players past and present poured in following the long-serving receptionist's death at the age of 85.

A lifelong fan, she was an immensely popular figure with players, managers and staff at a club she joined four months after Sir Matt Busby led them to European Cup glory in 1968.

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