MAN United icon Paul Scholes has been honoured with a mural in his hometown — backed by rival City fans.
A 15ft painting of the midfielder’s face can be seen in Middleton, Gtr Manchester, after he won a public poll to decide which local to celebrate.
Mural of former Manchester United and England player on Middleton Fish Bar.
Paul Scholes has been honoured with a mural in his hometown of MiddletonCredit: STEVE ALLEN
Paul Scholes playing soccer for Manchester United.
Scholes won a public poll to decide which local to celebrateCredit: Getty
Paul Scholes holding a TNT Sports microphone during a UEFA Europa League match.
Scholes retired from football in 2013Credit: Getty
Street artist Akse P19, behind the work, noted that Scholesy won it by a “significant margin”.
He added: “What’s even more remarkable is that some Man City fans participated in the vote, choosing Scholes, which speaks volumes about the impact he’s had.”
Scholes, 50, won 11 Premier League titles with United, and played for England 66 times before retiring in 2013.
Akse added: “This mural serves as a lasting tribute to his incredible career and the pride he brings to Middleton.”
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Scholes was born in Salford and moved to the Langley Estate in Middleton with his family when he was about 18 months old.
He previously said: “As far as I'm concerned I'm Middleton through and through.
“I had some great times growing up and miss the place a lot.
“I still try to get back to see my family whenever I can.
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Mural of a former Manchester United and England player.
Street artist Akse P19 was behind the muralCredit: STEVE ALLEN
Mural of a former Manchester United and England player on a fish bar in his hometown.
Scholes won the poll by a significant marginCredit: STEVE ALLEN
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