October 18th 2024.
The name Sir Alex Ferguson is synonymous with Manchester United, as he spent an incredible 26 years as the manager of the club. However, in 2013, he made the shocking decision to step down and retire from football management. In a recent interview, he revealed that the main reason behind this decision was to support his wife, Cathy, who had lost her sister.
During his reign at Old Trafford, Ferguson achieved unparalleled success, winning 13 Premier League titles and the Champions League twice. His departure marked the end of an era for Manchester United, who have since struggled to replicate their former glory. Currently, they sit at a disappointing 14th place in the Premier League under the management of Erik ten Hag.
Ferguson's last act as manager was to lift the Premier League trophy in May 2013, but he had already made the decision to step down the previous Christmas. He explained that he had noticed his wife's distress and wanted to be there to support her during this difficult time. She had sacrificed so much for him and their family, and he wanted to show his gratitude by being there for her.
He also shared that every January, he would sit down and plan out the team's games, predicting where they could gain or lose points. In his last season, he had predicted a 10-point lead for United, but they ended up winning the league by 11 points. He credited the team's success to the impressive performance of Robin van Persie, who was a key player that season.
Despite his impressive record, Ferguson revealed that it was the losses that made him the manager he was. He would analyze every minute of a game and learn from his mistakes, constantly striving to improve and push his team to be the best.
Recently, it was announced that Ferguson would be leaving his current role with Manchester United at the end of the season as part of cost-cutting measures. This news was met with criticism, with former United players such as Eric Cantona and Rio Ferdinand expressing their disappointment and questioning the club's decision.
As United prepare for their upcoming match against Brentford, they sit just five points above the relegation zone, putting ten Hag's job at risk. But regardless of the team's current struggles, Ferguson's legacy at Manchester United will always be remembered and revered.
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