United legend Giggs awarded degree by University of Salford

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Ryan Giggs receives an Honorary Degree from the University of Salford

'When I started my career as a professional footballer I didn't envisage that one day I'd be made master of arts.

'I grew up in Salford and it's been a big part of my life for 30 years, and it's great to be a part of Salford University now.'

The Swinton-born midfielder beat Sir Bobby Charlton's record of 758 appearances for the Old Trafford club in May as the team secured another Premier League title, and dramatically beat Chelsea in Moscow to win the European Cup.

Since his childhood playing football for Salford Boys, the Wales international has amassed 10 Premier League winners' medals in his career as well as triumphs in four FA Cups, two Champions League finals and two League Cups.

Giggs, an ambassador for Unicef, regularly campaigns for children in South Africa who have been made vulnerable by HIV and Aids.

Ryan Giggs was given a degree as recognition for his contribution to sport and charitable causes

He was awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List last year for his services to football.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Michael Harloe said: 'We are delighted to present this degree to Ryan. It is not only his great achievements on the pitch for which he deserves recognition, but for his valuable charity work with developing countries.'