Edward Colman English footballer, winger. Date of Birth: 01.11.1936 Country: Great Britain

1. Eddie Colman: English Footballer
2. Early Life and Career
3. Contribution to Manchester United
4. Tragic Death and Legacy

Eddie Colman: English Footballer

Eddie Colman was an English footballer, known for his position as a winger. He played for the English club "Manchester United" from 1953 until his untimely death in 1958. Colman was one of the famous "Busby Babes", a group of young players nurtured by manager Matt Busby.

Early Life and Career

Colman was born in Salford, Lancashire. After completing his schooling, he joined the youth team of Manchester United in the summer of 1952. With his exceptional skills and talent, he quickly progressed to the senior team during the 1955/56 season.

Contribution to Manchester United

During his 2.5 years with the club, Colman played 108 matches and scored two goals. One of his memorable goals came in the fateful match against Red Star Belgrade in the 1958 European Cup. He was renowned for his trademark feints and was affectionately nicknamed "Snakehips".

Tragic Death and Legacy

On February 6, 1958, Colman, along with seven other Manchester United players, tragically lost their lives in the Munich air disaster. At just 21 years and 3 months old, he became the youngest player to perish in the tragedy.

In memory of Eddie Colman, the University of Salford named a student accommodation building after him, called the "Eddie Colman Building". Additionally, a statue was erected on his grave at the Vista Cemetery in Salford. Unfortunately, the statue was vandalized, and it was subsequently moved to the home of Eddie's father, Dick Colman.

Dick Colman passed away in October 1986 at the age of 76 and was buried next to his son and his wife, Elizabeth Colman, who had passed away in November 1971 at the age of 62.