HollywoodGT posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:31:43

RIP Sir Bobby - a true legend!
PabloidHeadline posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:32:34

Just saw the sad news on the BBC website - he will be sorely missed.
NSBLU1 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:32:36

RIP Sir Bobby Robson

A true gent.
jamieipswich posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:32:40

rip sir bob, an ipswich legend
USM 69 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:32:53

Thanks for the memories, Bobby. RIP.
LeicsBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:33:00

Mr Robson will never be matched. Whatever happens at ITFC in the future, it is unlikely we will ever have a manager like him again or the kind of quality sides he assembled. RIP Sir Bobby
6fish posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:33:01

Rest in peace Bobby.
howdonblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:33:13

Im so glad i can say i was there.
when you were our manager.
nobody will ever come close
LeicsBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:33:27

Mr Robson will never be matched. Whatever happens at ITFC in the future, it is unlikely we will ever have a manager like him again or the kind of quality sides he assembled. RIP Sir Bobby
spiegal posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:34:44

The word "Legend" is sadly often used to describe quite ordainary people..However Bobby deserved every part of that description..ITFC and England will miss him immensley. Fondest memories of an amazing character

svendust posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:35:00

Thanks for everything Bobby, RIP
TuPz on Town posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:35:17

A real gentlemen in the sport and a figurehead that all town managers to look up to and try to live up to.
Thetruth posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:35:28

Rest In Peace Sir Bobby, you will always be a legend to this football club.

The club have to name a stand after him so his memory lives on
dobbie73 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:35:29

RIP Sir Bobby - you will never be forgotten.
MAVERICK posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:36:00

There's only one Bobby Robson - GOD OF FOOTBALL !
CambsTractor posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:36:10

A true gentleman and a legend at ITFC
You will be greatly missed
RIP Sir Bobby
BlueNone posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:36:27

RIP Sir Bobby....

A legend not only to Town but also to Football...
Dallinghoo blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:36:34

No one could have fought harder. A great servant to the game, and especially ITFC.The word great is not overused when applied to Sir Bobby. May you Rest in Peace.
Cr0wman posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:37:08

God Bless Sir Bobby! Thankyou for giving us so much.
bleedblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:37:31

There will never be a better man in footbal - Ipswich's biggest Legend! RIP Sir Bob

SomershamBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:37:49

A great manager, but more importantly a very dignified and honest man. A fine example to us all.

We will all be poorer without him.
MickeyJB posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:38:31

Very sad day, RIP Sir Bobby a true Town legend. You will never ever be forgotten.
AgentBuckwald posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:38:42

Sad news.
He is a true legend and will always be remembered by football fans around the world.
tractorboyj posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:38:52

Very sad day indeed.
LEGEND
R.I.P Sir Bobby
J2BLUE posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:38:58

RIP - LEGEND
paris tractor posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:39:12

best british manager of all time....won in every country he went too....

top top man
Gobbs69 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:39:17

A very sad day. A huge loss to the world. A true great, my hero.
Thanks for everything
RIP
pennyfathersleg posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:39:35

The word legend is totally overused these days, but Sir Bobby really was one.
Thanks Bobby.

Rest in Peace, you thoroughly deserve it.
wisebluey posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:39:47

RIP BOBBY .... A SAD DAY FOR ALL ITFC FANS AND THE WORLD OF FOOTBALL !!
StuBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:40:25

He put our club on the map - nationally and internationally. An exceptional man who earned the respect of, and will be mourned by, football fans all over the world. RIP Sir Bobby.

BLUEARMY09 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:40:40

RIP Bobby you a true legend and will never be forgotten.
bluelad7 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:40:45

Bobby was and will always be Mr Ipswich - A total legend as well as the loveliest bloke ever in football. Gold Bless you Sir Bobby. We Love you and always will. PS - Condolences to the Robson family.
BlueArch posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:40:53

Although not unexpected, still a shock.

You made our club what it is today and although I wasn't around during your glory years, I know how happy you made those close to me with our superb team of the late seventies and early eighties. You mean a lot to all Ipswich Town fans young and old.

Thanks for everything....your truely are a legend.

Rest In Peace x
bluemizzou posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:41:22

He was football's Perfect Warrior...He was football's Perfect Knight. RIP Sir Bobby, you were a true legend and gentleman.
trulyblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:41:29

The word legend is used far to loosly in todays day and age... However, never has a word been so appropiate when it comes to this great man.

Although not unexpected, unfortunately the one person who I have always spoken of as my one true hero has died.

Rest in peace Sir Bobby.... Forever in our hearts.
itsonlyme posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:42:00

I am gutted! A true gent A true legend it was an honour to watch his teams play the game as it should be played. Ipswich Town FC will never be the same again. My condolences to his family.
dreblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:42:03

Rest in Peace Bobby!

Great man with a great character. LEGEND!
PurgamentumIneo posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:42:23

DO IT FOR SIR BOBBY LADS. What a Great, Great man. Never will be forgotten. The term Legend is not great enough for this man. A true master. RIP Sir Bobby
thebooks posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:42:38

RIP Sir Bobby. Absolute legend, a true gent and a lovely man.
Dan_the_man posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:43:05

Rest in peace Sir Bobby. You will, and will always be a true legend of the game, and and Ipswich icon.

Hinesy69 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:43:24

R.I.P Sir Bobby, A real gentlemen and football legend. His knowledge and records will live on forever. A big thankyou for eveything you done with ipswich town. God rest your soul.
depressed posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:43:40

A true gentleman and a legend throughout the football world..RIP.
Ipswich Exile posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:44:00

Rest in Peace Sir Bobby. You were an absolute legend and a charming gentleman
Highgate Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:44:30

Probably the only England Manager to overcome all the rubbish the press could throw and win their respect and affection. Everybody's, in fact. Good on yer, Bobby you gave me many happy 70s and 80s memories.
steve01777 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:46:07

RIP sir Bobby what a legend you will remain in are hearts forever a true blue legend you will be sadly missed by many i had the pleasure of meeting you with my Dad way back in 81
Lightningboy posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:46:09

A genuinely lovely man..I wish i'd been a professional footballer and had the chance to play for him.

Rest in peace Sir Bobby x.
Buryblue77 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:46:21

This is a sad day, what a legend!
I'm too young to remember his achievements at our club, but of course know of his legacy.
My first memories are from Mexico '86 and then again what he did with the England team at Italia '90.
A true legend, will be sorely missed.
RIP Sir bobby.
blueoveru posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:46:56

Bob,i touched your statue yesterday,as i always do when i go by,and always will,god bless & thanks for the memories.
tontony posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:47:02

What a sad day. My heart sunk when i heard this news. Such a big loss to the game but he gave so much to it. RIP Bobby, let's make this the season Town go up in memory of this great man
Bluebaz posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:47:02

A very sad day indeed, heartfelt condolences to the family.

What an absolute legend, this gentleman epitomises everything good about football and Ipswich Town FC - you will be missed Sir Bob!!

Bluewein43 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:47:20

RIP Sir Bobby, the legend!!! Much loved and will be sorely missed!
doovenshmirtz posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:47:38

A true gentleman and without a doubt the biggest man in the history of the club R.I.P Bobby..........
Che Guevara posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:48:38

Bobby was responsible for many of the fantastic times I had watching football in my youth (1975-1982).
RIP Bobby...
blueye posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:48:54

God bless Sir Bobby. You will be missed by us all. ITFC LEGEND
matt_makin1985 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:49:02

RIP Sir Bobby :(
Stowmarket Trac posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:49:14

Gone but never forgotten. Thank you Bob for all you done at the love of my life ITFC. I know you will be looking down on us - God bless
unstableblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:49:29

As a child I remember watching his wonderful Town side from the bottom of the churchmans; Liverpool and Man U beaten in style in a time when the league still allowed. Great management not big bucks ruled the day - and you were the finest of managers and a gentleman. You will live on in Portman Road for ever.
screwedankle posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:50:22

RIP Sir!
Fransarnie posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:50:25

Thanks for the memories Those really were the days.

Bobby - RIP
Big Foot Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:51:16

RIP SIR BOBBY ROBSON, TRUE IPSWICH LEGEND AND FOOTBALL LEGEND. I SUGGEST EVERYONE WHO CAN POSSIBLY MAKE IT GOES DOWN TO THE FRIENDLY TONIGHT TO PAY THEIR RESPECTS TO SIR BOBBY!

jpr_23 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:51:18

What a man, never heard anyone say a bad word about him. Brought amazing success to everywhere he went, look how far Newcastle have fallen since they stupidly sacked him.
BlueBoots posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:52:08

RIP - Sir Bobby Robson; a true football legend, and a gentleman of the game.

So many of my happiest football memories are tied in with Sir Bobby; his spell as Ipswich manager ran through my childhood, and I was (just) old enough to watch football down the pub to follow his England Team at Italia '90.

Such a sad loss - my thoughts go out to his family at this time.
northernblue82 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:52:52

It will be said time and time again today but a sad day for town fans and a sad day for football fans all over the world such is the admiration and love for Sir Bobby, RIP - how about black arm bands for the lads against Coventry!?!
ELO Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:53:38

RIP Sir Bobby, great man. True town and football legend. Sad day for everyone.
BalhamBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:53:46

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RIP Sir Bobby Robson..Football Genius and absolute Gentleman..
You were a credit to the game and your country..you will be sorely missed, thankyou for everything you gave the town..
Smudger posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:53:51

R.I.P Sir Bobby. An absolute legend and respected the word over. Will be sorely missed and fondly remembered....
MJR101 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:54:00

A light has gone out.
Thanks for the memories Bob - I'm proud to have been there in the gloary years and to have met you.
A true gent.
chickenman posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:54:24

Really sad news,the man lived and breathed football,was a real gentleman,town have had some good managers over the many years ive followed them but none to compare with Sir Bobby,A Legend is an understatement,he will be greatly missed by all that new him.As has been said before,he was THE MAN ,the likes of which we wont see again RIP Sir Bobby Robson.
westozblu posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:54:50

A tear in my eye - a great, great man - thanks for 'those days' Bobby.
Blue_Fred posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:56:06

RIP Sir Bob.

Taricco3 posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:56:06

Absolutely speechless. RIP Sir Bobby, you'll forever be a Town legend.

Get that North Stand renamed!!!
SaxmundhamBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:56:28

RIP Sir Bobby. There will never be another. To sad for words.

pendejo posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:56:32

Thank you

Pride in Ipswich, Pride in England, Pride in YOUR achievements wherever you went; Holland, Portugal and Spain
Beattie_agrees! posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:57:04

Those really were the days! So long Sir Bobby and thank you.
PablosRightBoot posted at 31 Jul 2009 10:57:48

Wow! My heart just sunk with a tear to my eye. Truly gutted. A sad day for football and those connected with Ipswich. A true gentlemen :-(
nssteward posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:00:22

R.I.P Sir Bobby Robson your Are atrue gent and tractorboy thru and thru you will sadly missed hope thefans at tonites game can make Portman Road a place of celebration of a true legend.
onefrankbrogan posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:00:52

RIP Sir Bobby,thanks for the Golden years at Portman road.
Diss Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:01:16

The best manager England and Ipswich ever had. A real gentleman in the best sense of the word. Just a shame they didn't realise it at Newcastle.
Steve Sweden posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:02:22

This is very sad news. A truly great man and a brilliant manager. Football fans in many countries, but in particular those of Ipswich & Newcastle, will keep his memory alive. Perhaps the worldwide recognition of his bravery and honesty will be some small consolation to his nearest and dearest. RIP, Sir Bobby.
Samassi_Abou posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:03:37

We were so privelleged to have such a great man (in every sense of the word) associated with our club. The world is a poorer place today.
R.I.P. Sir Bobby

Devil_Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:04:38

This is awful news. We knew it was coming but it doesn't make it any easier. Thanks for the memories Bobby.
SaundersBloke posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:05:35

What a great and humble Man. When honoured at the Sports Personality awards, surrounded by superstars of the game, all he was interested in was "Where's Roger?" (Osborne). Legend, we'll miss you Sir Bobby! x
nthstd posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:06:40

RIP Sir Bobby You were at thehelm when I started supporting Town and gave me many moments when I knew I'd made the right decision. God bless you and all those whos lives you touched in many way.
An Irish Poem
May the road rise to meet your feet.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your fields.
May you have a happy song within your heart.
May there be a smile on every face you meet.
May you have love to warm your heart, and some to share.
May you be a long time in heaven before the devil knows you're dead.

MJR101 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:07:31

A light has gone out.
Thanks for the memories Bob - I'm proud to have been there in the glory years and to have met you.
A true gent.
ozzy_itfc posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:07:33

R.I.P you'll be dearly missed
Manic_Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:07:43

We knew this was coming but hoped it never would. A true great and a gentleman too. I'm too young to remember the glory days, but had the privilege of meeting him a few years back and he had the ability to make anyone he spoke to seem like the most important person in the world.We are all a little poorer for his passing.
RIP Sir Bobby.
bedlantisblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:07:49

I'm 26 years old. Born into a Robson wonderland. RIP Sir Bobby
portman_blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:08:16

What a huge loss to football. One of our greatest managers ever. FA Cup, UEFA Cup - brilliant! God Rest.
jditfc posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:08:34

what a true great man, he is what football is all about!!
BournemouthBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:08:35

RIP Sir Bobby, Legend & footballing god

Steve Sweden posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:08:43

Suggest both sets of fans get in contact for the game on 26/9 to arrange a verbal/visual tribute. It would be very appropriate, especíally as it's a tv game. Might be a bit of a first to show a wider audience how football can also unite over "racial" boundaries.
Bluroo posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:10:07

A wonderful man. A legend. Bobby Robson RIP.

I'll never forget the time he described Trevor Putney as having 'a foot like a feather duster'!

Just shed a tear.
sonian_blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:10:22

Simply a Legend and a True Gent. Will be sadly missed by the World of Football. Thanks for the memories...'walkin down the Portman Rooooaaaad to see Bob Robsons ACES...OOOhhh'
RIP
stringy posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:10:37

RIP Sir Bobby - can never thank you enough for what you achieved for us, growing up with your teams made for a very special childhood
Grumpy Old Man posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:11:07

The greatest English manager ever, my heart sank when I heard the news, I knew he was ill, but it is still a shock. He was a part of my footballing education. His teams played football the way I liked, with style and passion, I loved his enthusiasm for the game.
Football genius gone but never forgotten.
Note to Marcus Evans re-name a stand or the entire bloody ground in his honour
JStreety__86 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:11:11

Not only a legend but a true gent, shame I'm not old enough to have apreciated his time with town. Surely a fitting tribute is to change the north stand to the sir bobby dobson stand? Rip sir bobby
kipper posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:12:13

Anybody lucky enough, as I was, to witness the teams he assembled during the seventies and early eighties will have a special affinity for Sir Bobby. A great football man and also a true gentleman who will be very sadly missed.
How fitting that we get to be at PR tonight.
Thanks for the memories and rest in peace.
MJallday posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:13:03

What a sad sad day for Ipswich town supporters, and football fans alike. RIP Sir Bobby, a true legend - you will be missed and never forgotten.
Roy The Boy posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:14:06

May God bless this wonderful inspirational very brave Gentleman in Heaven.
Edward posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:16:17

Bobby, you will be truely missed. The term legend gets branded about far frequently in these modern times. You were a true gent and a genuin, absolute legend. The likes of yourself will never be repeated at town or even in the game. Rest in peace bobby, we will never forget you. Mark

bluediver posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:16:20

Its weird but, even though you may never have met Sir Bobby you feel you knew him.
It's a really sad day for Town fans and football fans in general as we've lost a real gent, a great guy who loved the game we love and loved the club we love too.
RIP
itfc1981 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:16:38

Thank you sir bobby for making my club what it is. world famous.
Hounsblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:17:47

RIP Sir Bobby - A legend
Happy2bBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:18:15

God Bless Bobby, Thank you for what you did for our great club and country. RIP
gudge75 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:18:16

RIP. A true gentleman.
CITB posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:19:09

Sir Bobby Robson Rest in Peace.

I have half expected this for some time, but it still hits me like a thunderbolt.

Sir Bobby was a true legend, not just in Ipswich but in Newcastle and arguably for England as well.

I was so lucky to have seen his best ever Ipswich teams in the late 1970's and early 1980's, a team so good the best in Europe came to Portman Road and parked the bus in front of goal.

His record speaks for itself, alongside Clough and Ramsey undoubtedly one of Englands greatest coaches.

Such a sad day.
Suffolk n good posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:19:15

Truely truely sad news, Sir Bobby was, & always will be a "TRUE LEGEND", Rest In Peace.
hazzab posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:21:51

R.I.P. Sir Bobby - my hero.
Ginola posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:22:42

Rest in Peace Sir Bobby. You will always be remembered for everything you did and stood for, and not the least for who you where.

Sad sad news, and football has suddenly become much poorer. People like you with true and good values does not seem to exist in top football anymore, but it is refreshing that there are so many supporters that can see and appriciate your qualities.

Thank you for everything, Rest in Peace, You will be missed.

/Ipswich Town supporter from Sweden
rayman10 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:23:06

This Is A True Legend!! I had the hounour of meeting his a few years back.

R.I.P Sir Bobby

Ozzydog posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:23:19

I was lucky enough to part of Bobby Robsons Blue and White army.

All the wealth in the world cannot give me what that man did.

Thank you Sir Bobby Robson.
You will never be forgoten

RIP
50yearsablue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:24:03

Only Sir Alf can hold a candle to Bobby's achievements with Ipswich and England. I was privileged to see both eras and I am truly saddened to lose such a passionate and dignified man, even though it is an expected and merciful release. I'm expecting a tribute tonight but hopefully also at a more important game. Great idea about the Newcastle game on earlier post. Nearly 30000 Ipswich and Newcastle fans singing 'One Bobby Robson' live on tv - tear jerking stuff
Erik the Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:24:24

RIP Sir Bobby
A true master of the game - and a fulfiller of my own dreams as a football-fan
Guentchevsgoal posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:25:24

Sir Bobby Robson was my childhood hero and in fact has remained so up until this day, he was a true great, a legend in his own right this is truly a sad day for me. He put Ipswich Town well and truly on the map a feat that will probably never be matched. I really hope that Town will hold a fitting tribute to our hero, a real gentleman and one of the best managers football has ever seen.
Never to be forgotten R.I.P.
Reusersfreekick posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:27:12

Quite simply the best manager we ever had. Ten years of successful teams are down to Sir Bobby's extraordinary managerial talent. Also, the tremendous courage and positivity he showed in fighting cancer were remarkable. A sad day.
PablosRightBoot posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:27:37

50yearsablue, the idea of a sell out crowd singing that would be fantastic! I know it is the emotion talking but maybe even a picture from his glory days on the matchday programme on Sept 26 would be nice too!
blueu2 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:27:49

Rest in peace dear Bobby.
Sir is not an accolade high enough for such a respected member of football and true gent in the face of mans worst enemy.
I will miss you Sir!!
Mr DJ posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:28:27

Rest In Peace Sir Bobby. Thank you for everything you did for Ipswich and Football. Yourself, Your knowledge, wisdom and personality will be sorely missed.
DTB posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:30:11

Heartbroken......a true legend and a gentleman.
So proud to have been around during the Robson era, you'll be sadly missed Sir Bobby
RIP
Dave & Aly Sheldrake
Devon
samdelarue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:30:29

rest in peace
we will never forget what youve done for us

budgieburner posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:30:54

absolutely gutted. most of my greatest times with football were because of this great man. a true legend of the game.
Trublu posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:31:10

RIP Sir Bobby.
Peek Freans posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:31:35

A a truly great man. Rest in peace.
salforduniblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:31:47

Sadly I was not blessed to see what you did for our team, but your legacy lives on. Unfortunately I'll only remember you for taking an average Newcastle team to the Champion's League, shame for you you're not still around now in their current plight. I echo the sntiments of another poster, we should have something special in the game vs. the Magpies early this season on TV.

RIP, a true great
Barry_Venison posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:32:19

A true gentleman of the sport, who will always be remembered as Ipswich Town's greatest manager. May he rest in peace.
BOOZEYBLUE posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:32:45

Cried when i heard and type this with tears in my eyes too. So lucky to have been a part of those glorious years that Sir Bob and his team made such happy times for us fans. Will be mourned and missed terribly by so many but none more so than in a small market town in a rural corner of England whose name he made famous and respected around the world.

Thank you Sir Bobby and God Bless ....
Dale1978 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:35:01

RIP Sir Bobby.
You'll always be my hero.
Durham_Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:35:14

Rest in Peace. A true gent of the game. Im speechless. Thanks for everything.
ameron posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:38:30

How sad the news is this morning. R.I.P Sir Bob, as a lifelong Town supporter I will never forget you and all you did for our club.
WelshTractorBoy posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:41:39

Sir Bobby RIP a big thank you for putting ITFC on the world map of football. Your knowledge of the great game will be missed.We will never ever forget you,ever

BtreeBlueBlood posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:43:25

Sad News and a Sad Day!!
RIP Bobby
Thanks for you for the memories!!
Portman Road posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:44:39

R.I.P Sir Bobby Robson - A true Legend who will never be forgotten.
tractorboynick posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:46:06

A Ipswich and England Manager and Legend who will be sorely missed by all those who had the pleasure to meet him or be part of his life. RIP Bobby
Moots_Ranuva posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:48:35

Sad day, but if anyone is going to live forever from being such a legend and a true gent it's Sir Bobby. Thanks for everything.
ITFC1993 posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:52:35

ITFC would never have been the club it is without you - RIP legend forever
La Paz posted at 31 Jul 2009 11:57:07

A legend on and off the field to so many, truly one of the all-time greats. A sad loss to football and to us all. RIP Sir Bobby.
PortmanOz posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:00:03

Dear Bobby.
One of the greatest gentleman to be in football.
Many stories from my G.dad about Town in the 70's
Rip -
Thijssens Tache posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:00:49

RIP. He will be sorely missed not only by us Ipswich fans, but also by the whole of the football world. I had the pleasure to meet him a few years ago, and he lived up to my expectations as a true legend in every way. I don't think it is an exaggeration to say that I have him to thank for my love of ITFC and the beautiful game. A sad day indeed - but lets make sure that we all continue to celebrate his numerous achievements. My thoughts are with his family.
whymark posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:03:19

sad sad day ...
ScoobyBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:03:22

Maybe gone, but never forgotten! RIP Sir Bobby.

antelope_itfc posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:04:29

Sir Bobby Robson. Total legend. Thanks for the memories. RIP
dubblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:09:53

Very sad news! A true legend.
bigdan posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:11:37

We have lost our greatest servant, but more importantly, the world is down one great fella. I was lucky enough to start watching the Town in his final couple of years here and wish there were more people like him around in football and in life generally. He will be sorely missed everywhere he went.
barcley posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:13:44

The memories we treasure will always be in our hearts as will you sir Bobby. Rest in peace.
Leftback posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:18:18

I am truly devistated at this news. I have tears in my eyes. So proud to be a Town fan today and remember him as OUR manager. RIP Bobby and my thoughts are with his family.
bluebeard posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:19:46

Thanks for the memories Sir Bobby.
HollywoodBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:23:52

A moment of mixed emotions - sadness that, although everyone knew this was coming, football has lost one of the very best, but gratitude and pride too - to have been a fan of Town under Mr Robson.

Very few of his stature in football. He'll genuinely be missed.
ITFC1985 posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:29:05

Sir Bobby Robson:- a true Ipswich, England and Footballing legend, gone but never forgotten, one of the very best in the game.
itfcserbia posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:30:46

Rest in Peace Sir Bobby

Condolences from Serbia
Davram posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:35:27

As a Derby County fan over five decades, Bobby Robson was one of the constants throughout my lifetime of watching football. I'm feeling very sad and empty to know that he's no longer with us.

Regardless of what his teams ever did to the Rams during his illustrrious career, I have only good memories of his manner and humour.

Sir Bobby will always be held up as a great ambassador for football and the way it should be played; he will receive sincere tributes from the hundreds of people that worked with him and for him, and the millions of fans that support his teams, including all England supporters.

He will stand as one of the great sporting figures of modern times, and in a similar way to our own great figure, Brian Clough, easily transcended the world of football to command love & respect from people all over the world.

All we can do is thank him for his contribution to our lives and take something of his spirit forward with us in our own endeavours.

R.I.P. Sir Bobby.

binnsy posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:36:11

Thanks for some of the greatest moments in my life.RIP Robert
chickenman posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:36:40

Above and beyond everything he achieved he was a Gentleman , todays managers would do well to follow his example . Now lets have ''The Bobby Robson Stadium ''!.
Charnwood posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:38:20

I heard this news on the car radio at 10.30 this morning which has made this a very sad day for me.
I didn't know him well, but I have had the pleasure of playing golf with Sir Bobby and having dinner with him and have always admired him and respected him as a true gentleman.
In the late 70's when I was a Building Society Branch Manager Bobby kindly performed the opening ceremony for me on two separate occasions, on one occasion surprising me by bringing Mick Mills with him with the FA Cup, and as you can imagine I have some very special photographs. Long before and ever since Bobby has always been one of my heroes.
Rest in peace Sir Bobby, you will always be a true Ipswich Town legend.
Yallop posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:39:14

A true gent. A football genius. Proud to say he was a blue and right to the end spoke so fondly about us. A legend. Heaven is a lucky place to have him.
WREXHAM BLUE posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:46:43

I have Sir Bobby to thank for me becoming an Ipswich fan. A "decision" which is the best I could ever have made and will never regret. Thank you Sir Bobby for making me BLUE. We will never forget you; RIP.
RevdAdrian posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:48:16

I conduct so many funerals and some I shed tears at - I certainly am today on hearing this news even though expected for some time.

It's hard to think of football life without the man who did so much for football - and ITFC especially - it's all been said before but good football, a 'gentleman', a great leader, a really nice man (I met him briefly once but felt part of his 'team' as a supporter from his early days at Portman Road onwards. A true, true, great. Wonderful memories remain. I often say at funerals that the person we mourn will live on in our lives, not just in memory, but because of the influence they have had on us and so they become part of our lives in the future - that feels so true in Bobby Robson's case. Great thanks for a great man.
RomfordBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:48:39

God is dead! Too so many, football is the meaning of life and Sir Bobby was the leader. It was a privilege to have been an Ipswich Town supporter during his reign. Being a supporter of England when he became the most successful manager since Sir Alf; before England became a farce; and to watch his influence throughout the world of “true” football. Sir Bobby stood for the beautiful game. True football. Before the age of obscene money to corrupt the game. Before the age of mercenary football players with no loyalty to their clubs. Playing football in a stile that fortunately, Ipswich managed to maintain after his departure. It's an extremely sad day for the whole of the footballing World. Many thanks Sir Bobby. You were the best!
mripswich147 posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:52:48

RIP Sir Bobby, a true legend!

You will be sadly missed by all.
farquinell posted at 31 Jul 2009 12:57:03

a part of me died today too! bobby yu gave me some of the happiest days of my life there will never be anything to touch what u achieved here, THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES RIP TRUE LEGEND !!
tractorlad posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:01:57

just would like to say THANK YOU SIR BOBBY ROBSON for giving me a team i love with all heart . Also this world has just lost a gentleman and a true GREAT

Elmswell Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:01:59

Bobby Robson, rest in peace.
You were a true Ipswich legend and the Youth of today cannot realise how lucky we were as supporters to watch the teams he selected back in the 70s and 80s.

He was Mr Ipswich
BarhamBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:03:18

My farther took me to my first game at Portman Road in 76 and I have had a season ticket every year since so you can imagine the football I have been blessed to see

Thank you Sir Bobby for all the fond memories. Absolute football legend......... RIP and sympathies to your family family.
tractorlad posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:03:59

THE NORTH STAND TO BE RENAMED THE ROBSON STAND PLEASE
GeorgiDoundarov posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:04:43

RIP Sir Bobby!
You are the one who brought success to Ipswich, you made the best team I've ever seen England squad in 1990, you were a true gentleman on and out of the pitch! There is nobody like you! We love you!
Elmswell Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:05:06

Apologies Sir Bobby Robson
mickswich posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:08:22

a truly sad day. you will be missed.R.I.P Sir Bobby
Bluetone posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:08:51

One truly great footballing man who brought so much pleasure to so many fans. Rest in Peace Sir Bobby Robson.
Give us a wave Bobby.
oldbluey posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:13:37

This is very sad news indeed. Those of us that were around during the Robson years at ITFC were very lucky to be there during the greatest era in our club's history.

This feels like losing one of the family.

RIP Bobby.
Captain Funge posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:27:21

Thank you Sir Bobby Robson, for all you did for both the club and the game that I love.
tractorboy65 posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:35:45

A true legend - one of the few greats I am proud to say that I had the pleasure of spending time with.
You will be missed by all at ITFC.
RIP Sir Bobby.

Hand_Of_Haynes posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:44:23

A real gent who would talk to you about football anytime.

The world of football has been enriched by his presence.

RIP
RetroBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:48:34

RIP Sir Bobby Robson. Today a massive part of Ipswich died.

There will never be another manager at Ipswich Town FC, like that of Sir Bobby.

WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, Sir !
SaxmundhamBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:52:05

FAO Phil....

Reading the comments on this story can you ensure the Robson family get a copy of this thread to illustrate all of our feelings on this sad day? I think we would all appreciate it.

Cheers.
WashbrookBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:55:14

A terribly sad day. I am not one who agrees with the modern tendency for displaying public grief over so called celebrities who people never even knew but this is so so different. It will all be on show tonight at P Rd and quite right too. What a man , what a life. No matter how many trophies that whinging bad losing Jock at old Trafford wins he will never ever be a Sir in my eyes and if you need a reason , just stand him alongside Sir Bobby. I remember in the 70's playing golf by myself at Purdis heath. Ahead of me, Sir Bobby and Bobby Ferguson playing together. Seeing a 14 yr old lad by himself, I was immediately invited to join in the rest of the round. Imagine the impact. For those of us lucky enough to experience that decade, he was not just part of a less cynical and money driven age, he was an integral part of our lives. Thank you Sir Bobby for all the wonderrful memories and rest in peace.
bluepirate posted at 31 Jul 2009 13:57:57

The name Bobby Robson will echo not just around the Portman Road but around every stadium in Europe. A true legend on the side line, and a true role model to anyone fighting the cancer fight.

Words are not enough for this man.

RIP Sir Bobby, a True Blue!!!
CornishBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:00:15

Gone but not forgotten.

Sir Bobby may no longer be with us in body but his presence will forever be felt at Portman Road.

One of the very few men to whom the tag "Legend" can be attributed with heartfelt meaning and steadfast conviction.

The legacy of memories he built with his knowledge, desire, enthusiasm and genuine passion can be proudly remembered and inherited by Town fans both present and future.

RIP Sir Bobby. An inspiration to all, a true English hero and a gentleman.
rangooner posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:17:37

I never knew Sir Bobby myself,but i remember my brother telling me of the time he visited the County Upper School in Bury to give a talk to the pupils one day,he spoke for an hour and a half and everybody there were spellbound by him and his humour,enthusiasm and knowledge,and he did this all for nothing,not a penny was asked for.And the thing was this was just after the end of the 1990 World Cup,what a man.
A great manager and more importantly a great man.
Sir Bobby rest in peace old boy .
leggi1 posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:22:52

I'm so sad today. I've dreaded this day. The man who, in my eyes, made Ipswich Town and put our little club on the world map. R.I.P King Bobby.

confoosed.com posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:23:29

Absolute legend.
A true gent
RIP
Johnhoz posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:23:43

We all have so much to thank you for Sir Bobby. You will never be forgotten.

ElvisMariner posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:24:05

Rest In Peace,Sir Bobby and thankyou for all you have done for Ipswich Town Football Club and the pleasure you have given the people of Ipswich and Suffolk.I had the privilege of meeting you and you were a true Gentlemen.We have lost a football Legend today.
The Dingles posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:27:01

RIP Sir Bobby, A legend that will never be forgotten.
Fredbarber posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:28:11

Rest in peace Bobby, you will never ever be forgotton. True gent and a True legend
CavendishBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:40:03

Legend
pabsandlee posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:41:03

LEGEND simply the best R.I.P
davidandclare posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:45:43

A terribly sad day for all who love Sir Bobby, and for what he bought to their club. A national treasure, who will be sadly missed by us all. Let's just hope the club will honour this man with the respect he has always deserved. God Bless Sir Bobby. david and clare x
BubblyBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:50:06

A MAN,A FATHER,A MANAGER,A LEGEND,A MOUNTAIN...
R.I.P SIR BOBBY
Avago posted at 31 Jul 2009 14:54:58

There are now two Gods in heaven. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. RIP Sir Bob, there will never be another like you.
834 posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:00:44

This is indeed a very sad day but thankfully Sir Bobby is no longer suffering. As Ipswich (and England supporters) we have so much to thank him for. He took us to the highest levels and sutained this for a decade or so... and look how he developed our youngsters to become internationals. He was completely dedicated to the task spending almost every waking hour on the job in some fashion.
I had the privilege of meeting him in Canada when he brought the Town over for pre-season training in 1969 plus 3 other subsequent occasions and found him to be extremely approachable and interesting to be with.
He was and is my hero and in my opinion,it would be fitting if one of our stands could bear his name.
My sincere condolences go out to the Robson family. Sir Bobby, rest in peace.


kendo posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:01:52

sleep tight sir bobby robson you were a true ipswich ledgend and amazing manager rip you little ledgend

North_Stand77 posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:15:32

A wonderful gentleman who epitomises our great football team of the seventies.A truly extraordinary and brave man. Thankyou Sir Bobby for wonderful memories.Rest in Peace.
osborneonenil posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:15:45

Cannot believe Sir Bobby is dead - am absolutely devastated. Only bright spot is that I can claim that it was Sir Bobby who set me on the path to football fandom and gave me so many huge highlights in my life following Town. There aren't enough plaudits for someone who was a great, good and gentle man let alone a football hero.
Dave Paterson
warkway posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:20:13

He was an excetional manager, building in effect two great teams at the Town that played with skill and panache but also grit. I'd urge anyone who hasn't done so to get a copy of a DVD showing the way we played in the late 70's and early 80s - truly ahead of its time in the movement and skill. Without him I do not think we would be the club we are today, as he showed us that as a small club we could be successful. My condolences to his family and wholehearted support for renaming a stand.
trueblue89 posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:23:29

Thank you Sir Bobby, R.I.P.
Ditch Mavray posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:25:31

In the autobiography he wrote after the 1990 World Cup he spoke of his 'beloved Ipswich'. No-one had ever described my football club that way and I realised then that this man was special.
Today, I am a little bit broken...
WickedBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:46:15

I started supporting Ipswich at the time you took over. Thank you for all the great times, and the great memories. You are a true legend not just for Ipswich but as manager of England.
R.I.P. Sir Bobby you will be missed.
Jas0999 posted at 31 Jul 2009 15:53:06

Bobby didn't have a bad word to say about anyone. A true gent. A winner, but so very gracious in defeat.

RIP Sir Bobby
Blue Walloo posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:11:20

RIP Sir Bobby - Just a top, top man for club and country! The respect from around the world says it all.

Always a Blue
shackleton posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:14:20

this is truely the passing of a good man..bobby made us feel proud...my thoughts are with his family and friends
ipswich78 posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:24:19

R.I.P SIR BOBBY BY FAR IPSWICH TOWNS BEST EVER MANAGER. AND A TRUE LEGEND

petersongoal posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:30:30

a true hero, an inspiration and an idol to everyone. one of the greatest talents in football and a huge loss. itfc would not be what they are now without your contribution. you will be sorely missed. RIP Sir Bobby.
STWG52 posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:31:50

Proud to have been a supporter through your reign.Followed you over europe. We were the worlds best thanks to you. It will never be repeated. RIP
knightsy posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:37:12

R.I.P Sir Bobby Robson.......there will never be a Man like Bobby in Football again...he was Respected over the World,and he put Ipswich on the Map....True Gent and he will and always be a Legend.....his name will live forever.....Thanks Bobby
W12 Blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:41:44

Very sad news - Sir Bobby was a legend on and off the pitch. He left his legacy, and turned Ipswich FC into something amazing. RIP
SHUMI HEAVEN posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:48:10

Not only one of the best managers in world football but a true gentleman who nobody had a bad word for.
Took our humble club to heights we may not see again for some time, even back in the 70's/early 80's, this was a remarkable achievement, only in latter years did he get the credit he deserved for putting Ipswich Town on the footballing map.
Gone but not forgotten.
Gentleman, Legend, True Blue.
ollie439 posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:55:05

What a sad, sad day for world football.

R.I.P Sir Bobby, a true legend to the game of football. You will be sorely missed.
Brogans Nose posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:56:36

I used to stand behind the dugouts as a boy with Sir Bobby as manager.So much to say but i dont know how.He was an angel.Never to be forgotten.
morgano71 posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:57:07

I never met him, but I always got the impression he was the nicest bloke in the world. The word legend really does apply when it comes to Sir Bobby. He was an inspiration and will be sorely missed. It's the first time I've cried at someone's passing who I didn't know. Rest In Peace
werringtonblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 16:59:09

RIP Sir Bob - you will be missed by everyone.
Chrissy Boy posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:04:09

Question: How do you win an FA Cup, UEFA Cup and finish 2nd twice in the League, all the time playing fantastic passing football, and bringing in only 14 players from outside the club in 13 years (none for large transfer fees)?

Answer: You don't - unless your name is Bobby Robson. Thanks for the fairytale and all the great memories Sir Bobby. Rest in Peace.

purdis posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:05:29

Sir Alex's tribute could not hsve been worded any better.
Sir Bobby was a gentleman of the highest order whose football brain, knowledge and acumen were unsurpassed.
Look at all the sleaze and sleaze merchants in our Government who have taken only for themselves and then look at Sir Bobby - a man whose compassion and selflessness was the epitome on how it should be done - how to behave, how to inspire, how to lead with the heart of a lion.
God bless you, Sir Bobby - it will be a long, long time before we see the likes of you again!
Bluewein43 posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:12:58

Rename the north stand. May I suggest we do it september 26th?
Thijssen posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:16:11

Thanks for so many happy memories, the reason I fell in love with ITFC was that magic period from 78-82. His teams from that era were a joy to watch and you'd turn up expecting to win every week no matter who the opposition were. An absolute legend and total gent. The finest manager this club ever had, he will be sorely missed.
ldn-j posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:16:13

I feel surprisingly emotional about someone I never met but who boosted the club I've followed since the mid 70s. A man who inspired so many great memories for so many people will be hugely missed. His courage and dignity in the latter years of illness are an example to everyone. Hopefully the charity he established will now let many more people benefit from his undoubted influence.

My sincere condolences to all who were close to him.
Gogs posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:18:45

The tributes on here are all so true. We've lost a legend, a hero and an inspiration today.
I had the privilege of meeting the great man in my early days as a town fan when I was about 6. It was on Ipswich station, and he came and spoke to me and my family, about ITFC and anything else we wanted to talk about at the time. That made me so happy and cemented my affection for him and ITFC. I'll never forget it, and I'll never forget him.
RIP Sir Bobby.
magic789 posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:23:35

Hard to believe you are gone, will dedicate my 90 minute performance to you tomorrow when i play.

Doubt i can do you justice but will give all i have.

RIP Bobby.
essexblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:25:47

Its a very sad day and am gutted that I can't be there tonight to say thanks to a pure legend. Have great memories of Sir Bobby's reign the 70's and early 80's and was at the game a few days ago watching frans thyssen showing his still silky skills on the PR pitch which shows just how ahead of his time Sir Bobby was.

Hope he gets a great send off tonight but hope the club also give fans who can't be there tonight the chance to show their appreciation over the next few weeks.

There's only one Bobby Robson.

RIP Sir Bobby
SadbergeBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:50:32

...........the elements
So mixed in him that nature might stand up
And say to all the world "This was a man"

Ipswich honours you, as do Eindhoven, Lisbon, Barcelona, Newcastle, County Durham...and England
dino67 posted at 31 Jul 2009 17:55:27

STARS MY FADE BUT LEGENDS NEVER DIE.

REST IN PEACE SIR BOBBY.
djbreeze posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:26:37

RIP Bobby

readtheleague posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:29:37

One day to be proud of the comments section!
Sir Bobby joins Sir Alf in the Pantheon of true English footdall management GREATS....membership now TWO. And both first came to managerial fame in Sleepy Suffolk. Amazing !!
Sir Bobby was a football genius and a man of great integrity, generosity and passion. Great player and manager for clubs and country, and even forgetting about the football just a giant of a human being. Irreplaceable. Legend!!
readtheleague posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:31:42

sorry...footBall management
trueblue1970 posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:35:09

RIP Sir Bobby you will for ever live on in towns history thankyou and goodbye
FLFB posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:40:19

A legend, simple as that. RIP Sir Bobby, you shall never be forgotten.
Lego man posted at 31 Jul 2009 18:55:58

Just got in havnt read all the posts yet but will. I was lucky enough to live near him and met him. I was also lucky enough to watch all of his great sides home and a lot away. I was very very lucky. He wasnt, he MADE everything happen.
fat uncle posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:02:02

There was and will be only one Bobby Robson,ITFC fans owe you an unpayable debt for taking our club to the dizzy heights that you achieved.All I can say is a heart felt "Thank You".
NCA posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:12:38

Not that I can say anything that has not already been said, but Robson was a true Town legend, and I only wish I could have been there to see his team in its golden era.

RIP Sir Bobby, and thanks for everything.
HampshireBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:13:30

Thanks for the memories Bobby, and thanks for making me a Town fan. RIP.
1mark1 posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:14:21

RIP Sir Bobby
A true football and sporting legend. Almost led England to World Cup glory. A great player, coach, manager and ambasador for the game of football. Also a truly great human being.
yarmoblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:38:40

thank you for every thing sir bobby, a true gent .rip

Warkystache posted at 31 Jul 2009 19:50:44

Rest in Peace Sir Bob. You and Sir Alf gave our football club plenty of wonderful memories. God bless.
catchthebudgie posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:00:45

My childhood hero and still today. A true gentleman and great manager. Bobby you will never be forgotten.
BlueGriff posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:06:02

for the great memories the triumphs the near misses i thank you thoughts with your family r i p
huntsblue68 posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:23:47

A true football gent always had time for the fans and we should be very thankful that if it wasn't for Bobby the club we all know and love wouldn't be as it is now if it wasn't for the hard work , belief and love he had for Ipswich and its fans , i hope that the club put in place a lasting memorial and name a stand after him .Goodbye Sir Bobby the Suffolk Gordie
bigfish posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:24:04

Sir Bobby Robson - RIP from a true Tractor Boy. Many Thanks for the history and memories you have created for Ipswich and England. A true football genius and the perfect gentleman.
lewblu posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:30:26

Goodbye sir Bobby. A true gentleman who carried himself with a dignity and worth very rarely seen nowadays. You were an star.
runaround posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:37:35

r.i.p Sir Bobby. A true legend and a true gentleman. The world is today a poorer place without you. Thanks for all you did for ITFC
FootballsMyLife posted at 31 Jul 2009 20:38:47

Love You Sir Bobby, Will Always Be Remembered and Loved.
You Are My Hero And I Will Always Look Up To You.
davebluegrohl posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:02:16

Very sad news, the world is a poorer place this evening. An absolutely wonderful man who warmed the hearts of so many. Am so proud as a town fan that we had the pleasure of having him manage our team (albeit before I can really remember). He will never be forgotten.

Rest In Peace Sir Bobby Robson - Legend xxx
Truthurstonblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:13:59

I remember the days of the Robson era with great affection, when our club was taken to levels beyond our dreams.....thanks Sir Bob.
His love of our club and that of his home town...The Magpies should not be underestimated. He would have had divided loyalties when we play each other. The South Stand should be re-named The Robson Stand and opened in that name in September when we play Newcastle.

Greektractor posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:32:25

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] Rest in peace Bobby Robson, a true legend. His memory will never die in fans old and young alike.
Unfortunately i am not old enough to have experienced the Robson town era first hand and can only begin to imagine how proud this great man made our small town feel.
You will never be forgotten.

P.S. I agree with Truthurstonblue in re-naming a stand after Sir Bobby, a respectful gesture to all he did
sohamblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:34:14

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] The dear lord must be planning a big football match, because he just got himself the best football manager ever

RIP Sir Bobby
Bluebell posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:35:46

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] The first time I have ever left a comment on this part of the forum. I received a text this morning about Sir Bobby's death and it shocked and upset me. It was like losing one of the family. RIP Bobby. You were a legend.
Guthrum posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:41:10

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] RIP Sir Bobby Robson. My earliest years of following Ipswich were the glory days under his management.
guildford_blue posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:53:01

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] I met him behind the Cobbold Stand in 1987 when watching the like of Dozzell, Wilson and Atkinson train...Ferguson was yelling and despite being England manager, he just shouted encouragement, he was all over Town even after 5 years away. He then came over and gave me and my Brother a hug...6 years old then and he has reamained a hero forever for me.
twistedblue posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:57:48

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] i am still in shock about this news, no one will ever come close to this LEGEND of a man he was a true gentleman and a football genius, this is a very sad day for all peolpe connected to football in anyway, thanks for all you done for ITFC you will never be forgotten, RIP Sir Bobby
deliasplums posted at 31 Jul 2009 21:58:48

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] A huge loss to us all. Thanks for the memories Bobby.
oshbach posted at 31 Jul 2009 22:44:33

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] Sir Bobby, you were a true ledgend and a gentleman, rest in peace.
Thermo posted at 31 Jul 2009 22:57:07

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] A great great man who we are so lucky to have had as our manager.

Very upsetting to hear the news.

Thoughts are with his family

RIP Sir Bobby
AldersbrookBlue posted at 31 Jul 2009 23:00:37

[DELETE POST] [BAN USER!!!] I am an Ipswich Town fan and I stalked Sir Bobby on several occasions through the years.
When he and Mick Mills came to open a new building society in Halstead in the early Eighties, I bunked off school early to be there - my first taste of truant.
When he appeared on John Inverdale's shortlived TV show, I went along to the recording and afterwards told him he shouldn't take the Everton job, but come back to Ipswich instead. He looked at me as if I were mad. It was a pretty stupid suggestion, as we already had a manager and were in Division One (as it was then called).
And, at a dinner to mark the 30th anniversary of the Town UEFA Cup win, I asked him to hold the club's mini replica of the trophy, so I could take his picture with it. "But this is tiny - it's not the real thing!" he said.
He could be a curmudgeon and was pretty demanding, I'm sure - but that's what made him successful.
What singles him out from the rest, is the love of football which seeped from every pore. It is what connects him with fans, in a way that most modern footballers managers don't. It is why even fans whose club team have no association with Sir Bobby hold him in such high regard.
When I grew up, my greatest heroes were Stevie Wonder, Bobby Robson and my dad. My dad died two years ago after multiple battles against cancer -and I knew this day would open it all up again. I was not wrong.