Alex fergerson news
Sir Alex Ferguson is a legendary Scottish football manager who is best known for his successful 27-year tenure as the manager of Manchester United. Here are some recent news updates about him:
Recent News:
- Sir Alex Ferguson's health: In May 2021, Ferguson was hospitalized for a few days after being taken ill at his home. He was treated for a minor heart procedure and was later discharged from the hospital.
- Manchester United's struggles: Ferguson has been critical of Manchester United's recent performances, saying that the team needs to "get back to basics" and improve their defense.
- Ronaldo's return: Ferguson was thrilled to see Cristiano Ronaldo return to Manchester United in August 2021, saying that the Portuguese superstar is "still a top player" and will bring "a lot of excitement" to the team.
- Ferguson's autobiography: In October 2021, Ferguson released his autobiography, "Reach for the Stars," which details his life and career in football.
- Ferguson's charity work: Ferguson has been involved in various charity initiatives, including the Manchester United Foundation, which aims to promote education, health, and community development in the city.
Recent Quotes:
- "I think the team needs to get back to basics. We need to be more solid at the back and create more chances in front of goal." (On Manchester United's struggles)
- "Cristiano is still a top player. He's still got the ability to score goals and create chances. He'll bring a lot of excitement to the team." (On Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester United)
- "I'm proud of what we achieved at Manchester United. We won 13 league titles, two Champions Leagues, and five FA Cups. It was an incredible journey." (On his time at Manchester United)
Recent Awards and Honors:
- Knighted: Ferguson was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1999 for his services to football.
- Premier League Manager of the Year: Ferguson won the Premier League Manager of the Year award a record 11 times during his tenure at Manchester United.
- FIFA World Coach of the Year: Ferguson was named the FIFA World Coach of the Year in 1999 and 2008.