Chelsea legends John Terry and Frank Lampard lead mourners including Gary Lineker and Jamie Redknapp at Ray Wilkins’ memorial after his death aged 61
Gianfranco Zola, Glenn Hoddle, Antonio Conte, Les Ferdinand, Roy Hodgson and Bruce Buck were other famous faces to attend the Blues legend's funeral after his tragic passing last month
ENGLAND boss Gareth Southgate and Chelsea legend John Terry led the mourners at Ray Wilkins’ memorial on Tuesday.
Wilkins died last month, aged 61, after being placed in an induced coma following a heart attack.
Tributes have been pouring in for the much-loved footballing icon, but they took on an even more sombre mood today, the day of his funeral.
Gianfranco Zola, Glenn Hoddle, Antonio Conte, Frank Lampard, Roy Hodgson and Bruce Buck were other famous faces to attend the Blues legend’s service.
Frank Lampard Snr, Jim White, Gordon Taylor, Les Ferdinand, Simon Thomas and Trevor Sinclair were also spotted on the day, as they paid their respects.
Tuesday was just the latest in a long line of tributes paid to Wilkins.
Following his death, Gary Linker led the way, taking to Twitter to say: “Deeply saddened to hear that Ray Wilkins has passed away.
“A wonderful footballer and a delightful man. It was a pleasure to have played alongside him with England.
‘HE LIVED FOR FOOTBALL’ Tributes pour in as Chelsea legend Ray Wilkins dies after suffering heart attack
“No teammate was more helpful and supportive. I’ll be forever grateful. Thoughts are with his family. #RIPRay”
David Beckham took to Instagram to say: “Incredibly sad to wake up to the news that Ray has passed away.
“A man that I’ve always looked up to as a United fan and a player, plus he wore our countries shirt with pride.
“You will be sadly missed! Our thoughts are with your family and friends.”
Meanwhile, Paul Gascoigne wrote: “Such a great loss, just heard he’s just passed away, he was such a gentleman an unbelievable player. RIP Ray xx”
Ray Parlour tweeted: “Absolutely devastated to hear Ray Wilkins has passed away. Great Guy, football legend. RIP Ray”
Peter Schmeichel added: “Sad and Shocked to hear of the passing of Ray Wilkins. A true football person with a totally underestimated contribution to our sport.
“One of the best I’ve seen. Rest in peace #RayWilkins @ManUtd.”
Rio Ferdinand shared his pain, tweeting: “RIP Ray Wilkins Always so humble & softly spoken whenever I saw him. Genuine lovely guy.”
Alan Shearer wrote: “So sad to hear the news about Ray Wilkins. He lived for and loved football. He was always a true gentleman. He will be sorely missed by so many. #RIPRay”