He had money and fame, but one thing was missing. Giggs' family hasn't forgiven him; his father called him a rat

The former Welsh international truly made a magnificent mark on football history. He was a role model for generations and a symbol of loyalty to a single club. He played over 600 matches for Manchester United, winning every major trophy. He also had a brief stint as a player-manager, later managed the Welsh national team, and received the Order of the British Empire (MBE).

However, his pristine image shattered in 2011 when it was revealed he had an affair with his brother Rhodri's wife. Their romance lasted almost eight years, during which he not only cheated on his own wife but also deceived his entire family, who admit they are incredibly ashamed of him.

"Ryan had everything: money and fame. He only lacked one thing. My wife. So he took her. I tried to be a good father and husband, while he was just an idiot," said the 52-year-old former midfielder's brother. He added that today, he can't even look him in the eye. His father adopted the same stance.

"To me, he's just a rat. When I read in the Sunday papers what he had done, I immediately jumped in the car and sped angrily towards Manchester. I don't know what I would have done to him if I had met him then. I am ashamed of my son," Danny Giggs stated in an interview with the Daily Mail.

Years later, when Ryan Giggs led the Welsh national team to the semi-finals of the 2016 European Championship, it seemed he might be able to repair his reputation. However, it was then that his partner accused him of domestic violence, which allegedly occurred after she discovered he was cheating on her. She had found messages with several women on his phone.

When she tried to leave the house accompanied by her sister, an argument and physical assault reportedly ensued. Shortly after, Giggs also faced an accusation of sexually assaulting his partner's sister. The trial began in 2022, but in July 2023, the court acquitted him due to insufficient evidence.

He is currently in a relationship with 38-year-old model Zara Charles, who gave birth to their first child together two years ago. The couple has been together since 2021 and lives far from the spotlight that followed the legend throughout his playing career.

However, foreign media recently reported further problems for the former Manchester United icon. Ryan Giggs lost nearly £100,000 after the collapse of his restaurant, and his company left behind debts exceeding half a million pounds.