The tributes continue to flow in for the voice of Australian football Les Murray, who passed away on Monday morning.
Murray died at the age of 71 following a battle with illness.
The former SBS presenter was an icon of Australian football, having been the voice and face of the world game for three decades.
Social media was full of tributes for the legendary broadcaster, showing what kind of an impact he had on millions of Australians.
Les Murray AM passed away this morning following a battle with illness. The thoughts of all of @SBS are with Les' loved ones. pic.twitter.com/ecvfc7YucO
— SBS - The World Game (@TheWorldGame) July 31, 2017
Devastated at the news that our dear friend & colleague Les Murray has passed away. A great Australian who really has left a great legacy.
— Michael Ebeid (@michaelebeid) July 31, 2017
Les Murray; THE voice of football for a generation. He and Johnny will be having quite the reunion. They told us so. RIP.
— PauLL WWWWissam (@pjwiss) July 31, 2017
Absolutely devastated to hear the news of Les Murray's passing. A true legend. The great game in Australia is forever in debt to him. ⚽️🇦🇺��
— Daniel Garb (@DanielGarb) July 31, 2017
Les Murray wasn’t just a commentator or a broadcaster, he was football’s advocate, champion and moral compass. We have lost a giant.
— Kevin Airs (@KevinAirs442) July 31, 2017
The world lost a football colossus this morning, Les Murray AM. He fought well into extra time but whistle has blown. His legacy is lasting
— Craig Foster (@Craig_Foster) July 31, 2017
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Les Murray. He has a left a lasting legacy. #RIPLesMurray pic.twitter.com/JVwUYkW5nk
— Football Australia (@FFA) July 31, 2017
Vale, Les Murray.
— Adam Peacock (@adampeacock3) July 31, 2017
Football in this country wouldn't be where it is without him.
That's a legacy.
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