Alex Ferguson
Born: December 31, 1941 (age 82)
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 4,504 articles about Alex Ferguson. Articles 1 to 40:
Can you name Manchester United's 2009 title-winning squad?
On the 15th anniversary of claiming their record-equalling 18th top-flight title, Sports Mole challenges you to name the Manchester United squad from 2008-09.
May 24, 18:23
Manchester United's past FA Cup finals
Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester United's previous appearances in the FA Cup final ahead of Saturday's Wembley showdown with rivals Manchester City.
May 24, 08:00
Manchester City vs. Manchester United: FA Cup Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole takes a look at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester City and Manchester United in the FA Cup ahead of Saturday's final at Wembley Stadium.
May 24, 07:30
The greatest FA Cup finals of all time
Sports Mole counts down the greatest FA Cup finals of all time, from Liverpool's stunning 2006 success to Arsenal's 2014 comeback.
May 23, 13:00
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola named Premier League Manager of the Season after record-breaking title win
Pep Guardiola is named the 2023-24 Premier League Manager of the Season after guiding Manchester City to a record fourth successive title.
May 21, 23:24
Can you name the 2008 Champions League final squads?
On the 16th anniversary of the 2008 Champions League final, Sports Mole challenges you to name Manchester United's and Chelsea's matchday squads.
May 21, 15:57
Premier League 2024-25 season: When does it start? When does it finish? Who are the favourites?
Sports Mole takes a look at the key dates ahead of the eagerly-anticipated 2024-25 Premier League season as well as the favourites for the title.
May 20, 18:40
Story of the 2023-24 Premier League season
Sports Mole delves deeper into the story of the 2023-24 Premier League season, which saw Manchester City clinch a historic fourth straight title.
May 20, 09:00
Long-serving Arsenal midfielder to leave club this summer
Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny confirms that he will leave the club at the end of the seasons, bringing a close to his eight-year spell in North London.
May 17, 18:12
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
Following Joselu's remarkable late brace to send Real Madrid into the Champions League final, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 12:58
All-time Premier League combined XI: Manchester United vs. Arsenal
Ahead of Sunday's showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, Sports Mole compiles the greatest ever Premier League combined XI from the two clubs.
May 10, 13:37
Premier League confirm five nominees for Manager of the Season
The Premier League confirm five nominees for the 2023-24 Manager of the Season prize, which includes Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and Manchester City's Pep Guardiola.
May 9, 13:29
Can you name every England manager?
To mark Steve McClaren's 63rd birthday, Sports Mole challenges you to name every permanent England manager in history.
May 3, 18:45
Unai Emery 'makes Aston Villa contract decision amid Bayern Munich links'
Unai Emery reportedly commits his future to Aston Villa by signing a new three-year deal amid interest from German giants Bayern Munich.
Apr 23, 12:42
Coventry City vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's FA Cup clash between Coventry City and Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Apr 19, 13:21
Manchester United looking to avoid unwanted club losing run when they face Liverpool
Manchester United will be attempting to avoid setting a new unwanted club record in the Premier League when they face Liverpool on Sunday.
Apr 6, 08:03
Erik ten Hag job under threat despite having better win rate than Sir Alex Ferguson
Erik ten Hag has the best win ratio at Old Trafford of any permanent Manchester United manager throughout history, but his job is under threat.
Apr 5, 17:27
Sir Jim Ratcliffe rules out Manchester United signing Kylian Mbappe
Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe rules out moves for Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham and Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe ahead of the summer window.
Mar 19, 17:45
Manchester United 'line up Dougie Freedman as next head of recruitment'
Manchester United are reportedly hoping to recruit Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman as the new head of recruitment at Old Trafford.
Mar 5, 16:52
Manchester City vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of the 192nd Manchester derby between Man City and Man United on Sunday, Sports Mole takes a closer look at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Mar 1, 12:40
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester United will make step forward under Sir Jim Ratcliffe'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes that rivals Manchester United will "make a step forward" under new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Feb 23, 17:18
Liverpool's Diogo Jota, Jurgen Klopp win January Premier League awards
Liverpool's Diogo Jota and Jurgen Klopp are named the Premier League's Player and Manager of the Month respectively for January.
Feb 16, 17:47
Jose Mourinho rules out possibility of Manchester United return
Jose Mourinho has dismissed rumours suggesting he has unfinished business at Manchester United, affirming that he has no intention of returning to the club as manager.
Feb 15, 19:25
Aston Villa vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Feb 8, 18:10
Premier League 'to ratify Sir Jim Ratcliffe deal in coming days'
The Premier League are reportedly preparing to ratify Sir Jim Ratcliffe's minority takeover of Manchester United by the start of next week.
Feb 8, 00:16
Manchester United 'to name ex-Manchester City chief Omar Berrada as new CEO'
Manchester United are allegedly set to appoint Omar Berrada as their new CEO, with Manchester City confirming his departure from the club.
Jan 20, 19:23
Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur share the spoils at Old Trafford
Tottenham Hotspur twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with Manchester United in Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford.
Jan 14, 18:26
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 30-21
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 30 to 21.
Dec 31, 07:35
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 70-61
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 70 to 61.
Dec 31, 07:15
Manchester United make worst start to season since 1930
Manchester United lose 13 matches at this stage of a campaign for just the second time in their history, with the Red Devils suffering a 2-0 defeat to West Ham United on Saturday.
Dec 23, 14:58
John Murtough 'blocked Sir Alex Ferguson from speaking to Jude Bellingham during Manchester United tour'
Ex-Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was left furious after he was unable to speak directly to Jude Bellingham and the midfielder's family during a tour of the club's facilities in 2020, according to a report.
Dec 22, 15:40
West Ham's David Moyes looking to avoid unwanted Premier League record against Wolves
West Ham United manager David Moyes will be looking to avoid setting an unwanted Premier League record when the Hammers welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to the London Stadium on Sunday.
Dec 17, 00:24
Xavi insists that he has backing of Barcelona amid exit talk
Barcelona head coach Xavi says that he has the backing of the club amid rumours that he could be sacked in the near future.
Dec 15, 14:31
Pep Guardiola: 'I will retire if Manchester City win treble this season'
Pep Guardiola jokes that he will retire from management if his Manchester City side win the treble for a second successive season.
Dec 7, 14:06
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'hoping Manchester United deal will be completed by Christmas'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe hopes that his 25% purchase of Manchester United will be completed by Christmas, according to a report.
Dec 2, 16:05
Manchester United 'set to appoint Dougie Freedman as new director of football'
Manchester United allegedly prepare to appoint Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman as their new director of football.
Nov 29, 14:40
Galatasaray vs. Manchester United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Galatasaray and Man Utd, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Nov 27, 08:39
Steve Bruce pays tribute to "magnificent man" Sir Bobby Charlton
Steve Bruce pays tribute to late Sir Bobby Charlton, calling the England and Manchester United legend a "magnificent man".
Nov 26, 13:41
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'wants ex-Liverpool director Michael Edwards at Manchester United'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to bring former Liverpool sporting director Michael Edwards to Manchester United as part of his revamp, according to a report.
Nov 25, 15:51
Steve Bruce urges Manchester United to give underfire boss Erik ten Hag time
Steve Bruce believes that Erik ten Hag must be afforded more time to turn Manchester United's fortunes around, after facing criticism for the team's start to the season.
Nov 23, 15:49
