Ricky Hatton's family has announced plans to host the fallen fighter's funeral four days after what would have been his 47th birthday.

The two-weight world champion was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, on Sunday, September 14 , by his long-time manager, Paul Speak.

The service will take place on Friday, October 10, at Manchester Cathedral.

Entry will be from 12 noon and will be by invitation only, while fans are expected to line the streets as Hatton's funeral cortege makes its way to the cathedral.

Funeral directors Frank Massey & Sons Ltd wrote on Facebook that a "route will be published soon". We were only texting last week! Noel Gallagher pays touching tribute to friend Ricky Hatton

It comes after Hatton's family posted an emotional tribute to the British bo

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