Alex Ferguson
Born: December 31, 1941 (age 80)
Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)
Hometown: Glasgow, Scotland
Nationality: 
Scottish
ScottishRole: Manager
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 1957-1960 | Queen's Park |
| 1960-1964 | St Johnstone | |
| 1964-1967 | Dunfermline Athletic | |
| 1967-1969 | Rangers | |
| 1969-1973 | Falkirk | |
| 1973-1974 | Ayr United | |
| Managerial | 1974 | East Stirlingshire |
| 1974-1978 | St Mirren | |
| 1978-1986 | Aberdeen | |
| 1986-2013 | Manchester United | |
Sports Mole has 4,403 articles about Alex Ferguson. Articles 1 to 40:
Gary Neville: 'Manchester United must sell Cristiano Ronaldo this summer'
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville calls on the Red Devils to sell Cristiano Ronaldo before the transfer deadline.
Aug 4, 18:56
Sir Alex Ferguson 'handed new role at Manchester United'
Manchester United's former head coach Sir Alex Ferguson is given a new role at the club by chief executive Richard Arnold, according to a report.
Jul 30, 15:15
Cristiano Ronaldo hits back at reports over Manchester United meeting
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo responds to a social media post speculating discussions that he held with club chiefs during a meeting earlier this week.
Jul 29, 15:37
Sporting Lisbon manager plays down Cristiano Ronaldo return links
Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim plays down speculation linking Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo with a return to the club.
Jul 25, 18:49
Erik ten Hag opens up on Steve McClaren, Mitchell van der Gaag influence
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag opens up on the importance of his assistant managers Steve McClaren and Mitchell van der Gaag.
Jul 9, 14:44
The five greatest 'Super Sub' performances in Premier League history
Sports Mole counts down the five greatest Premier League substitute performances ahead of Steven Bergwijn's anticipated Tottenham Hotspur exit.
Jul 4, 15:02
Will Christophe Galtier and Luis Campos sink or swim at PSG?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at whether PSG's new management team can help the French champions dominate domestically and finally shake off the shackles of European despair.
Jun 23, 18:58
Mohamed Salah looking to equal Ruud van Nistelrooy, Thierry Henry records in Champions League final
Mohamed Salah will be looking to equal records set by Ruud van Nistelrooy and Thierry Henry when his Liverpool side lock horns with Real Madrid in the Champions League final on Saturday night.
May 26, 23:12
Carlo Ancelotti out to create Champions League history in final against Liverpool
Carlo Ancelotti will be bidding to win the Champions League for the fourth time as manager when Real Madrid face Liverpool in the final.
May 26, 09:18
Mike Phelan to be moved on by Manchester United?
Manchester United coach Mike Phelan is reportedly set to leave the club as part of a reshuffle by incoming boss Erik ten Hag.
May 25, 17:20
Are Pep Guardiola's Manchester City the best team in Premier League history?
The Sports Mole team discuss whether Pep Guardiola's Manchester City side are the greatest in Premier League history after winning their fourth title in five seasons.
May 23, 20:10
Erik ten Hag: 'Manchester United situation is not good'
Erik ten Hag admits that the situation at Manchester United is "not good" as he begins preparations for the 2022-23 season.
May 23, 12:19
Arsenal 2021-22 season review - star player, best moment, standout result
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Arsenal's 2021-22 season, where they suffered late heartache in the race for Champions League football.
May 23, 10:00
Erik ten Hag, Mitchell van der Gaag 'could be at Manchester United's clash with Crystal Palace'
Incoming Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag lands in London ahead of his new club's final match of the season at Crystal Palace, according to a report.
May 19, 09:55
Erik ten Hag explains importance of managing Manchester United dressing room
Incoming Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag says that it is vital he is able to "manage the dressing room" at Old Trafford.
May 15, 17:00
Manchester United 'on brink of Steve McClaren appointment'
Manchester United are reportedly close to confirming that Steve McClaren will become a member of Erik ten Hag's backroom staff at Old Trafford.
May 13, 18:28
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
To mark 10 years since Sergio Aguero's unforgettable last-gasp goal to win the title, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 09:44
Result: Manchester United lift FA Youth Cup with win over Nottingham Forest
Manchester United Under-18s are crowned FA Youth Cup winners for the 11th time in their history courtesy of a 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest Under-18s.
May 11, 23:15
Paul Pogba 'rejects Manchester City move'
Paul Pogba reportedly rejects the opportunity to sign for Manchester City when his Manchester United contract expires at the end of the season.
May 9, 12:39
RB Leipzig rule out Christopher Nkunku exit amid Manchester United links
RB Leipzig CEO Oliver Mintzlaff insists that Manchester United and Arsenal-linked attacker Christopher Nkunku will not be sold in the summer transfer window.
May 8, 23:39
Cristiano Ronaldo 'meets with Alex Ferguson to discuss Manchester United future'
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly meets with former manager Sir Alex Ferguson to discuss his Manchester United future and the club's troubles this season.
May 8, 08:18
Manchester United suffer worst ever defensive record in a Premier League season
Manchester United's second-half capitulation against Brighton means that they have now conceded more goals this season than in any previous Premier League campaign.
May 7, 19:31
Jurgen Klopp equals Champions League final record
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp equals a Champions League record after his side beat Villarreal 5-2 on aggregate in the semi-finals.
May 3, 23:13
Sir Alex Ferguson urges Erik ten Hag to 'take control' at Manchester United
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson sends his best wishes to Erik ten Hag ahead of his arrival at Old Trafford this summer.
Apr 27, 23:53
David Moyes questions whether Erik ten Hag will make Manchester United stronger
West Ham United boss David Moyes claims that Erik ten Hag is joining a "great club" in Manchester United, but questions whether the Dutchman will make them stronger.
Apr 22, 18:38
Steve McClaren 'to return to Manchester United as Erik ten Hag assistant'
Steve McClaren is set to return to Manchester United as an assistant to new head coach Erik ten Hag, according to a report.
Apr 21, 18:35
Emile Smith Rowe, Bukayo Saka equal Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney record
Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka match a Premier League goalscoring feat achieved by Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney in Arsenal's 4-2 win over Chelsea.
Apr 21, 10:11
Manchester United confirm departures of two leading scouts
Manchester United confirm that chief scout Jim Lawlor and head of global scouting Marcel Bout will both leave the club.
Apr 20, 15:56
Erik ten Hag 'wants to bring Ajax assistant Mitchell van der Gaag with him to Manchester United'
Erik ten Hag is keen to bring Ajax assistant Mitchell van der Gaag with him to Manchester United, according to a report.
Apr 13, 09:55
Robin van Persie 'turns down chance to join Erik ten Hag at Manchester United'
Robin van Persie rejects the opportunity to join Erik ten Hag's coaching staff at Manchester United, according to a report.
Apr 9, 09:26
Erik ten Hag 'decides on first coach to bring to Manchester United'
Erik ten Hag wants to bring Ajax fitness coach Alessandro Schoenmaker with him to Manchester United, according to a report.
Apr 8, 18:05
Cristiano Ronaldo's record vs. Everton
Sports Mole looks at Cristiano Ronaldo's record against Everton ahead of Manchester United's Premier League clash with the Toffees.
Apr 8, 15:26
Rene Meulensteen to follow Erik ten Hag to Manchester United?
Rene Meulensteen could be Erik ten Hag's assistant at Manchester United, according to a report.
Apr 6, 19:10
Erik ten Hag 'tells Manchester United he needs five years to turn club around'
Ajax boss Erik ten Hag told Manchester United that he needs five years to turn the club around during his recent interview, according to a report.
Apr 6, 14:35
Manchester United 'considering Carlo Ancelotti as short-term manager'
Manchester United identify Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti as a potential short-term managerial option, according to a report.
Mar 2, 16:36
Wayne Rooney: 'Manchester United have been in decline for over a decade'
Wayne Rooney claims that Manchester United have been in decline for over 10 years and were "carried" to the Premier League title by Robin Van Persie in 2012-13.
Feb 7, 13:03
Ed Woodward officially steps down from Manchester United role
Ed Woodward officially steps down as executive vice-chairman of Manchester United, after nine years in the role.
Feb 2, 23:10
Pep Guardiola at 51: How Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho's careers compare at same age
On Pep Guardiola's 51st birthday, Sports Mole takes a look at the Spaniard's illustrious managerial career compared with Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho when they were the same age.
Jan 18, 06:00
Manchester United 'considering £40m John McGinn bid'
Manchester United are reportedly contemplating whether to launch a £40m approach for Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn during the summer.
Jan 17, 18:19
Pep Guardiola named Premier League Manager of the Month for December
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola wins the Premier League's Manager of the Month award for December, claiming the prize for the second successive month.
Jan 14, 15:58
