Fans arrive at Manchester Cathedral ahead of funeral
Here's the first pic of fans arriving for the funeral of Denis Law.
Meanwhile, David Beckham's dad Ted has also been photographed outside the funeral.
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Mourners including Eamonn Holmes arrive for funeral of Ballon d’Or-winning Man Utd star Denis Law
MOURNERS, including Eamonn Holmes, have arrived for the funeral of Manchester United legend Denis Law.
The last surviving member of the Red Devils' holy trinity passed away on January 17 aged 84 after a battle with dementia.
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The former striker's cortege is due to leave the club's Old Trafford stadium at 1.10pm before making its way to Manchester Cathedral for the funeral service.
TV host and United fan Holmes is among those who have already arrived at the church.
David Beckham's dad Ted has also been snapped outside.
Law's heartbroken family said in a statement last month: "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.
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"We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently.
"We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you."
Ballon d'Or winner Law started his career at Huddersfield Town, had two spells at Manchester City and played for Torino in Italy.
But it was at Old Trafford from 1962-73 where he made his name scoring 237 goals in 404 games.
He won two titles with United and the FA Cup and helped them to the 1968 European Cup Final where they beat Benfica although missed out on the game due to injury.
Sir Bobby Charlton, Law and George Best were integral as the Red Devils become the first English side to win the European Cup.
Man U said in a statement: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84.
"With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club’s greatest and most beloved players.
"The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation.
"Our deepest condolences go out to Denis’s family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more."
Best, Law and Charlton together scored 665 goals in 1,636 games for the club.
And each won the Ballon d'Or between 1964-68 — with Cristiano Ronaldo in 2008 the only United player to do it since.
The footballing legend scored 30 goals in 55 games for Scotland.
The United trio of David Beckham, Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney were among figures from around the world of football to pay their respects to the Scot.
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Becks wrote on his Instagram page: "Tonight we lost a true gentleman of the game. Our heart goes out to Denis's family.
"Our hearts are heavy tonight. A legend on the field but the perfect gentleman off."
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One legend to another
Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to Denis Law before the start of the English Premier League game between Utd and Brighton at the Old Trafford stadium last month. -
Floral tributes to Law at Old Trafford
Fans have started arriving at Old Trafford to pay tribute to Denis Law, whose funeral is taking place today.
One fan puts down some red roses in memory of Denis Law today at Old Trafford. 
A portrait of Fomer Manchester United and Scotland footballer Denis Law inside Manchester Cathedral.
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Man Utd flag at half mast
Manchester United flag is flying at half-mast at Old Trafford today in the memory of former Scotland and Manchester United footballer Denis Law, on the day of his funeral
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History of a Scottish legend – who never played for a Scottish club
Born in Aberdeen in February 1940, Law never actually played for a Scottish club.
Instead he joined Huddersfield straight from school in 1955 before moving to Manchester City five years later for a then British record fee of £55,000.
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Mourners start arriving for funeral
Here are some of the first pics to arrive from the funeral, including one of Eamonn Holmes.
