Harry Gregg was a survivor of the 1958 Munich air crash.

Manchester United and Northern Ireland legend Harry Gregg, who survived the Munich air crash, has died at 87.

The Harry Gregg Foundation confirmed his passing in a statement on their Facebook page.

"The Gregg family would like to thank the medical staff at Causeway Hospital for their wonderful dedication to Harry over his last few weeks," the statement said.

"To everyone who has called, visited or sent well wishes we thank you for the love and respect shown to Harry and the family.

"Never to be forgotten!"

Funeral arrangements will be announced in the next few days.

Source: espn.co.uk

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