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Football community gathers for funeral of Graham Taylor

The world of football has gathered in Watford for the funeral of former England manager Graham Taylor.

Taylor, who also managed clubs including Watford and Aston Villa, died suddenly last month at the age of 72.

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Football figures join mourners at Graham Taylor's funeral

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson attended with his son Darren. Credit: PA

Leading figures from English football have arrived to pay their respects to ex-England manager Graham Taylor in Watford as Hornets fans turned out to honour the club legend.

The former Watford and Aston Villa boss died suddenly last month of a suspected heart attack at the age of 72.

Former Watford stars Luther Blissett and John Barnes arrived to honour the man who led Watford from the fourth division to the first. Credit: ITV News
Sir Trevor Brooking and Pat Rice arrived alongside around 450 others at St Mary's Church. Credit: PA
BBC commentator John Motson also paid tribute to Graham Taylor, who became a respected broadcaster after retiring from the sport. Credit: PA

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