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Alex Ferguson Legendary Manchester United manager who won 38 trophies including 13 Premier League titles over 26 years.
Overview
Sir Alexander Chapman Ferguson is a Scottish former professional football manager and player, best known for managing Manchester United from 1986 to 2013. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers of all time, having won more trophies than any other manager in the history of football.
Playing Career
Ferguson played as a forward for several Scottish clubs, including Dunfermline Athletic and Rangers. While playing for Dunfermline, he was the top goalscorer in the Scottish league during the 1965–66 season. He earned four caps for the Scottish national team.
Management Career
Ferguson began his managerial career with East Stirlingshire and St Mirren. He then enjoyed a highly successful period at Aberdeen, winning three Scottish league championships and the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1983. He was appointed manager of Manchester United in November 1986.
Manchester United Era
During his 26 years with Manchester United, Ferguson won 38 trophies, including 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, and two UEFA Champions League titles. He was knighted in 1999 and retired in 2013 as the longest-serving manager in the club's history.
Timeline
Birth
Born in Glasgow, Scotland
personalManagement Start
Begins managerial career with East Stirlingshire
careerEuropean Glory
Wins UEFA Cup Winners' Cup with Aberdeen
careerJoins United
Appointed manager of Manchester United
careerTreble & Knighthood
Wins historic treble and receives knighthood
careerRetirement
Retires after winning 13th Premier League title
careerQuotes
"I've never played for a draw in my life."
"The work of a team should always embrace a great player, but the great player must always work."
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