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Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson is a Scottish former 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 and has won more trophies than any other manager in the history of football. Ferguson is often credited for valuing youth during his time with Manchester United, where he won 13 Premier League titles, two Champions Leagues and five FA Cups.
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PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember the Man United team who produced a stunning late comeback against Southampton in 2012?
13/09/24 06:40
Welcome to Teamsheet... Mail Sport's original football memory game with a twist that tests your knowledge of the beautiful game. During the Sir Alex Ferguson era, Manchester United were known for their grit, determination and fight and their 3-2 win over Southampton in September 2012 represented just that. Trailing 2-1 with minutes to go, one particular forward completed his hat-trick - and the comeback - deep into stoppage time to help the Red Devils to a vital win....read
PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember who was in Man United's starting XI from their epic 4-3 win over rivals Man City in 2009?
08/09/24 06:30Every day we'll challenge you to name a different starting XI from the Premier League era. We'll give you a team's rough formation, and the number of letters in each player's name. Then it's up to you!Forgotten Man United flop joins the 12th club of his career after having his contract ripped up by his previous side - with the forward now set to line up for Spanish second division outfit
04/09/24 10:43The forward made a name for himself during his four-year stay at United for failing to break into the first team and making just a handful of appearances during his time at the Premier League club.PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember the starting XI from Sir Alex Ferguson's final ever game in charge?
04/09/24 07:32Every day we'll challenge you to name a different starting XI from the Premier League era. We'll give you a team's rough formation, and the number of letters in each player's name. Then it's up to you!Paul Scholes names Man United's worst-EVER signing... and claims the 'unprofessional' star 'couldn't kick a football' after his move to Old Trafford
03/09/24 07:23The Red Devils were resoundly beaten 3-0 by Arne Slot's Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday, in the latest blotch on United's legacy since Scholes' retirement from football back in 2013.Darren Ferguson on his incredible EFL Trophy record, his goals for Peterborough this season - and how it feels in the dugout at Wembley with his father Sir Alex watching on!
02/09/24 19:00EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DOMINIC HOGAN: With two wins as a coach and one as a player, there aren't many people that know the Bristol Street Motors Trophy better than Ferguson.PLAY TEAMSHEET: Can YOU remember the Liverpool XI who thrashed Man United 4-1 in March 2009?
01/09/24 06:20Every day we'll challenge you to name a different starting XI from the Premier League era. We'll give you a team's rough formation, and the number of letters in each player's name. Then it's up to you!Erik ten Hag emphasises the 'facts' of his Man United trophy record ahead of showdown with Liverpool and reveals he is 'quite confident' Red Devils will win more silverware this season
31/08/24 21:30JOE BERNSTEIN: Ten Hag, who saved his job in the summer by winning the FA Cup, is under pressure again after United have made an unconvincing start to the season.Brighton's dark horse: How past and present stars of Premier League side could pocket an extra £37,000 just hours after Arsenal clash - with players looking to emulate the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson by making millions in racing
31/08/24 07:23This weekend, Brighton travel to the Emirates Stadium to take on Arsenal in a clash which if they win, would take them top of the Premier League table momentarily.David Beckham reveals the biggest MLS culture shock that would have had Sir Alex Ferguson quaking
30/08/24 01:28The Manchester United legend made the switch to MLS after signing for LA Galaxy in 2007, trading the Galacticos of Real Madrid to become the face of American soccer in Hollywood.Patrice Evra reveals David Moyes's 'biggest mistake' that 'upset' Man United's players during the Scot's ill-fated 10-month stay at Old Trafford
29/08/24 07:00Moyes replaced fellow Scot Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford back in 2013 after the legendary manager opted to retire following his 13th Premier League triumph the previous season.Patrice Evra claims the Glazers brought Paul Pogba back to Man United to 'HUMILIATE Sir Alex Ferguson', as he reveals the reason the midfielder was 'exposed' when he returned to Old Trafford
29/08/24 07:00Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra believes Paul Pogba was brought back to Old Trafford in 2016 to humiliate Sir Alex Ferguson.Gary Neville recalls the 'biggest mistake' Man United made in the transfer market under Alex Ferguson
28/08/24 08:22He signed some iconic players, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Roy Keane. However, Ferguson was not perfect in the transfer market. Even he made mistakes.Jamie Carragher reveals just how close Liverpool were to signing Cristiano Ronaldo before he joined rivals Man United in 2003
26/08/24 16:52Jamie Carragher (inset) has revealed how Liverpool were once interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo (right) before the Portuguese superstar opted to join Manchester United.Rafa Benitez reveals why Sir Alex Ferguson was 'so worried about Liverpool' and insists the ex-Man United manager had 'a LOT of things' go his way
21/08/24 09:38During the Ferguson and Benitez era, United and Liverpool collided in some seismic Premier League bouts, with both sides challenging for superiority on a domestic and European level.Ex-England star Joe Cole 'pursued by police along Victoria Embankment before speeding stop': Pundit hires 'Mr Loophole' lawyer to fight case in court
20/08/24 08:51The former Chelsea star was allegedly caught breaking a 20mph speed limit while at the wheel of his BMW back in February this year.Sir Jim Ratcliffe reveals why he DIDN'T sack Erik ten Hag as Manchester United co-owner claims English giants 'clearly lost their way' in the years after Sir Alex Ferguson's departure
11/08/24 13:28New Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has revealed the reason why he made the bold call not to sack Erik ten Hag despite the club enduring their season in the Premier League era.Ruud van Nistelrooy reveals the most valuable coaching trait Sir Alex Ferguson taught him... as the legendary Dutchman prepares for his first season back at Manchester United
04/08/24 13:14Last month United confirmed the Dutchman would return to Old Trafford to serve as one of Erik ten Hag's assistants as part of the club's new-look backroom staff.Erik ten Hag breaks silence over Steve McClaren's decision to leave Man United and become Jamaica's new head coach - as he insists former assistant has helped 'lay down the foundations for success'
01/08/24 07:50On Wednesday, Jamaica announced McClaren as their new men's head coach as the former England manager opted to call an end to his time at Old Trafford.EFL owner claims he would 'NEVER' hire Roy Keane as manager because he would 'frighten the life' out of 'fickle' and 'fragile' players
26/07/24 10:56Keane (left) has made a name for himself in both Sky Sports and ITV punditry in recent years, retiring from playing in 2006 and taking up management before venturing into broadcast.Roy Keane hits out at excessive adoration of stars, while Gary Neville compares trend to Sir Alex Ferguson's three-word method at Man United: 'Players are getting praise for controlling the ball!'
24/07/24 10:58Keane has made a name for himself in punditry with his brutal assessment of players, including his criticism of England's porformances at Euro 2024 and Manchester United performances.Sir Alex Ferguson breaks his own world record with £660,000 purchase of unbeaten horse Regent's Stroll
22/07/24 14:56Sir Alex Ferguson and his racing syndicate made history on Monday when they splashed out a record sum for a National Hunt horse sold at public auction.Sir Alex Ferguson hails two Man United youngsters as the 'heart and soul' of the club - insisting they are the 'foundation' of Erik ten Hag's team
20/07/24 12:20Sir Alex Ferguson has heaped praise on two Manchester United youngsters, stating that the pair represent 'the heart and soul' of the club.Man United veteran Jonny Evans signs new one-year deal to extend his stay at Old Trafford... despite the Red Devils looking to bring in more defenders this summer
12/07/24 15:28The Northern Ireland centre-back ended up making 30 appearances in all competitions due to injuries to Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire.Erik ten Hag says new assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy will bring 'Manchester United DNA' to the club as he praises Old Trafford legend's 'character'
12/07/24 11:10Erik ten Hag is hoping Ruud van Nistelrooy's 'Manchester United DNA' can inspire his players after the former Old Trafford favourite returned to the club as assistant manager.Sir Alex Ferguson gives verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal future - with the Al-Nassr star still yet to score at Euro 2024
03/07/24 11:00Ronaldo, 39, is currently preparing for his nation's quarter-final tie against France on Friday after they dramatically beat Slovenia on penalties in the last-16.THE SHARPE END: Sir Alex Ferguson said defences win trophies. England's is the best. Will that be enough?
29/06/24 22:20JAMES SHARPE:How would a defensive line of Marc Guehi, John Stones and two right-backs keep England solid? That was England's weak spot. And yet it's been the attack that's struggled.Roy Keane reveals his 'DISGUST' at how Man United and Sir Alex Ferguson handled his exit in 2005... and claims the club left him 'in no man's land' after heartless 10-minute meeting where they cut short the legend's deal
24/06/24 07:01Keane was told by Sir Alex Ferguson and chief executive David Gill that they were terminating his contract just weeks after a seething MUTV interview in November 2005.Jurgen Klopp's legacy hangs around Arne Slot's neck like a weight - and Liverpool can't fully let go. This is the biggest succession task since David Moyes, writes IAN LADYMAN
20/06/24 16:00IAN LADYMAN: In an official club interview to mark his arrival as new Liverpool manager, Arne Slot must have referenced Jurgen Klopp more than 20 times.Jose Mourinho names the three Euro 2024 stars he will watch with 'sadness'... including two former Premier League favourites
18/06/24 17:03The Portuguese was snapped enjoying the company of Sir Alex Ferguson at Germany's curtain-raiser against Scotland on Friday night.Man United on the agenda? Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho spotted deep in conversation in the stands ahead of Euro 2024 opener between Germany and Scotland in Munich
14/06/24 19:00Scotland fans will hope Ferguson's presence will be a boost to their players as they look to qualify from the groups of a major tournament for the first time.Martin Compston parties with the Tartan Army in Munich as Scotland fans count down to their Euro 2024 opener against Germany
14/06/24 18:42Martin Compston, 40, got down and dirty with Euro fans in Munich at the first match of the competition: Scotland v Germany on Friday.Man United look a mess under Erik ten Hag - but Sir Jim Ratcliffe is right not to sack him, explains IAN LADYMAN
12/06/24 11:00IAN LADYMAN: Has the FA Cup saved Erik ten Hag just as legend tell us it once saved Sir Alex Ferguson? No, not really. The truth is Man United looked and couldn't find a managerial upgrade.Sir Rod Stewart cracks a joke at David Beckham's expense as rocker tells guests the footballer's knighthood 'is coming soon' after he mingles with Charles III at inaugural King's Foundation awards ceremony
11/06/24 20:51The rock star, 79, received his own knighthood in 2016 appeared at the inaugural King's Foundation awards ceremony in London alongside his wife Penny Lancaster.Sir Alex Ferguson picks a surprising Man United player as the ONLY 'certainty' who would make it into his greatest all-time XI at the club
06/06/24 21:10After ending his career on a high by leading United to what remains their most recent league title, Ferguson was asked to name the greatest XI of his time at the club.John Obi Mikel says Sir Alex Ferguson has finally 'forgiven' him for snubbing Man United to join Chelsea... as he reveals what the iconic boss told him at the Champions League final
05/06/24 06:45The former Nigerian international initially signed for the Red Devils in 2005 and was even seen wearing the club shirt in a hastily arranged press conference.Man United set to ban staff from eating at the players' canteen at Carrington in a move at odds with Sir Alex Ferguson's ethos... as INEOS look to create an elite performance environment
04/06/24 20:38EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: As part of the ongoing overhaul under Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, those who do not directly work with the first team will no longer be able to dine with them.Sir Alex Ferguson reunites with a player that turned down the legendary Man United boss in favour of Premier League rival at the Champions League final
02/06/24 12:40From Eric Cantona to Van Persie, Ferguson more often than not was able to convince big names to move to Old Trafford but that wasn't case for one player, who he reunited with at Wembley.Sir Alex Ferguson, 82, is spotted leaving private members club in Mayfair with Dougie Freedman - a week after the Man United target signed a new deal to stay as Crystal Palace's sporting director
01/06/24 10:46Oswald's, which has no social media presence, has seen celebrities and royalty such as Prince William, Beyonce, Victoria Beckham and Prince Albert II of Monaco visit in recent years.Wayne Rooney reveals Man United legend injured him with a 'horrific' tackle in training after he handed in a transfer request in 2010... as he jokes Sir Alex Ferguson may have 'had a word with him'
30/05/24 07:00Rooney went public about his desire to leave Old Trafford in October 2010 after questioning the direction of the club following the team's failure to win the league the previous season.Man United manager Erik ten Hag aimed a jibe at incoming Liverpool boss Arne Slot's record at Feyenoord... the Dutchmen could become fierce rivals next season, so who came out on top back in Holland?
29/05/24 20:00Erik ten Hag got the ball rolling on a potential rivalry earlier this week when asked for his view on Arne Slot's Feyenoord after they finished second in the Eredivisie, seven points behind PSV Eindhoven.Steven Gerrard reveals advice Sir Alex Ferguson gave him after he arranged meeting with Man United legend in wake of Aston Villa sacking... and insists 'I actually felt my own performance was really good'
29/05/24 11:47Gerrard (right) was let go by the now-Champions League club in October 2022, 11 months into a three-and-a-half year deal, with his side losing six games in 11 Premier League matches.Ruth Langsford tells Eamonn Holmes they 'won't be friends' if they divorce in unearthed This Morning chat - amid claims they 'lived separate lives for two years' before confirming split
27/05/24 17:57The couple, both 64, split after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together, declaring publicly they are to divorce after work commitments 'took their marriage in different directions', on Saturday.Eamonn Holmes, 64, makes surprise career move with gorgeous pal Hayley Sparkes, 40, after 'refusing to play part' in Ruth Langsford's 'very much orchestrated' break up statement
27/05/24 13:25The TV couple revealed they were 'in the process of divorcing' on Saturday, after work commitments 'took their marriage in different directions' .Revealed: Ruth Langsford 'very much orchestrated' break up with furious Eamonn Holmes and he 'refused to play part' in release of statement announcing shock end of their 27-year relationship
27/05/24 11:19TV's 'golden couple' have split after 14 years of marriage and 27 years together, declaring publicly they are to divorce after work commitments 'took their marriage in different directions'.Ruth Langsford breaks her silence on instagram after shock divorce
27/05/24 06:14Ruth Langsford has spent her weekend with loved ones after it was revealed that she and her husband of 14 years Eamonn Holmes are divorcing.Ruth Langsford breaks her silence with first Instagram post after confirming shock divorce from Eamonn Holmes as it's revealed they were living 'separate lives for two years'
26/05/24 21:02Ruth Langsford has spent her weekend with loved ones after it was revealed that she and her husband of 14 years Eamonn Holmes are divorcing.Not a Man United fan then, George? Prince, 10, yawns and looks glum as he joins dad William at Wembley for the FA Cup final
26/05/24 00:06The ten-year-old looked glum and even yawned at one point as he sat next to his father, the Prince of Wales, to watch the showpiece event at Wembley.Sir Alex Ferguson's brilliant response when asked to do an interview after Man United's FA Cup victory vs Man City
25/05/24 19:07Sir Alex Ferguson made a career of creating memorable moments in post match interviews, but he made sure he didn't have to go it again following Manchester United's FA Cup victory.FA CUP FINAL NOTEBOOK: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos face a tough decision on Steve McClaren if they axe Erik ten Hag, 'Fergie Time' is alive and kicking... and it's a worrying no-show for Jack Grealish
25/05/24 18:59SAMI MOKBEL AT WEMBLEY STADIUM: Will there be a clean sweep of staff, or will INEOS look to keep coach Steve McClaren if they decide to look elsewhere for a new boss?After their tortured history Man City are in no mood to take their foot off Man United's throats... Sir Alex Ferguson claimed the Red Devils would always reign supreme but Pep and Co are now in control
24/05/24 21:30IAN LADYMAN: Erik ten Hag prepares for what may be his final match in charge of United having faced City in five games in his two years and lost four of them, conceding 15 goals.They said I was slow, a bruiser, a boozer and hated Sir Alex Ferguson. None of it's true… except I did like a drink, Man United's 1985 FA Cup hero Norman Whiteside tells CHRIS WHEELER
24/05/24 21:30Whiteside sold his FA Cup medals and jersey four years ago to top up his pension. These days, he keeps himself busy with after-dinner speaking gigs and hospitality on match-days at Old Trafford.Pep Guardiola insists Man City can't afford to be complacent ahead of their FA Cup final against Man United... as he warns his side must 'respect' the Red Devils in their Wembley clash
24/05/24 21:30JACK GAUGHAN: City are hunting down the 16th major trophy of Guardiola's reign at Saturday's FA Cup final in a spell of domestic dominance likened to Sir Alex Ferguson's tenure at Old Trafford.Mauricio Pochettino has long been overlooked by Man United since his 'dream' lunch with Sir Alex Ferguson in 2016... now, with Erik ten Hag's future hanging by a thread, the Argentine is closing in on his Old Trafford destiny
24/05/24 17:21Mauricio Pochettino's (inset) love affair with Man United has been long running and lurking in the background, but could he now finally be set to takeover at Old Trafford after leaving Chelsea?Kyle Walker reveals how he almost quit the UK over Lauryn Goodman secret child scandal: Man City captain tells the Mail about how he wanted to leave the Premier League for Europe
24/05/24 16:00JACK GAUGHAN: At one point, Kyle Walker had a foot out of the door. The flirtation with a transfer to a European giant crystalised what he actually had right here.Former Man United star Ashley Young reveals ex-players have questioned the club's signings in WhatsApp group... after the Red Devils slumped to their worst Premier League finish despite spending £170m last summer
24/05/24 10:34Ashley Young has revealed he is part of a WhatsApp group full of ex-Manchester United players - and the club's recruitment is a hot topic of conversation in the chat.Ferrari flunked it. They should have signed Max Verstappen instead of Lewis Hamilton, writes JONATHAN McEVOY
24/05/24 01:00JONATHAN McEVOY: I wonder whether Ferrari, and their disappointingly ordinary team principal Fred Vasseur, may regret the haste with which they signed the seven-time world champion.Roy Keane mocks Gary Neville for calling Sir Alex Ferguson 'boss' amid the former Man United captain's continued feud with the legendary manager
22/05/24 08:06The ex-Man United skipper has previously hit out at the 'cold' nature of his exit from the club, with his relationship with Ferguson yet to be repaired nearly two decades on.Jamie Carragher ranks his top five Premier League managers ever... so who beats Sir Alex Ferguson to first place?
22/05/24 07:59Jamie Carragher has ranked his top five Premier League managers ever - and Sir Alex Ferguson is second. The old Manchester United boss won 13 Premier League titles.The Premier League NEEDS Mikel Arteta to be its saviour... he is the only one capable of taking down the Man City machine, writes IAN HERBERT
21/05/24 16:02IAN HERBERT: He became the director and curator of that moment, taking over the microphone to relate to supporters that his way had been the right way all along.Liverpool's building blocks should ensure Arne Slot is not another David Moyes... but dealing with Darwin Nunez and three stars' expiring contracts will be top of his in-tray, writes LEWIS STEELE
20/05/24 21:30LEWIS STEELE: In many ways, Liverpool must learn from their bitter rivals' experience when it comes to succeeding in an era that could become a hangover to a legendary boss.David Beckham jokes Man United fans will 'kill' him over Jurgen Klopp comments as England icon heaps praise on departed Liverpool boss
20/05/24 18:38David Beckham (left) joked that Manchester United fans will 'kill him' for heaping praise on Jurgen Klopp (right) after the German completed his Liverpool farewell on the final day of the season.Operation FA Cup final - part two: Police to assign Manchester City and United different motorway service stations amid fears of violence after clashes following last year's game
20/05/24 18:12CHRIS WHEELER: United and City are taking approximately 36,000 supporters each to the game and they will be told to use different motorways between Manchester and London.How Jurgen Klopp 'took a leaf out of Sir Alex Ferguson's book' with emotional farewell speech: Outgoing Liverpool manager draws parallels with Fergie from 11 years ago
20/05/24 15:56Klopp spoke on the pitch to Reds supporters after the final game of his nine-year spell at the club, urging them to back his successor Arne Slot.Man City's latest title triumph means more than ever - Pep Guardiola has achieved what Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsene Wenger and Jose Mourinho couldn't, writes OLIVER HOLT
19/05/24 17:57OLIVER HOLT AT THE ETIHAD: What they saw was something that had been foretold. What they saw was a confirmation of a promise that had been made to them.Man City make HISTORY! Phil Foden and Rodri star in a 3-1 victory over West Ham to see Pep Guardiola's side become the first team in English top-flight history to clinch four in a row and beat Arsenal to the crown
19/05/24 17:00Pep Guardiola 's side have now won six out of the last seven Premier League titles having topped the table with 91 points, as Arsenal fell short for the second year in a row.Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute across the big divide to Jurgen Klopp... as the legendary Man United manager takes departing Liverpool boss out for dinner to personally bid him goodbye
18/05/24 22:23JOE BERNSTEIN: Now the 'emotional' Liverpool boss needs to keep his composure as he plans to address a packed house at Anfield on Sunday after his last game in charge against Wolves.Pep's super six on the brink of history, writes JOE BERNSTEIN: Phil Foden and Kevin De Bruyne among half a dozen Man City stars who have won five titles so far with Guardiola
18/05/24 21:30JOE BERNSTEIN: As Sir Alex Ferguson would concur, glitz and glamour only take you so far. The real secret to long-lasting success is having a group of players for whom winning is second nature.Emma Hayes reveals she missed sharing a drink with Sir Alex Ferguson as she was too busy celebrating after her Chelsea side thrashed Man United 6-0 to win the WSL title in her final match in charge of the Blues
18/05/24 20:22Ferguson, who regularly speaks with Hayes, was in the crowd at Old Trafford and had planned to have a chat with the 47-year-old, who will take up the manager's job with the United States this summer.Where are Man United's 1999 Treble winners now? While some remain in the spotlight others have turned to fishing, poker and even Master Chef!
17/05/24 21:29In the 1998-99 season, Sir Alex Ferguson's side pulled off a then-unprecedented Treble, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League.Man United '99 documentary is the perfect antidote to the team's current malaise... and a reminder of just how close the Treble came to falling apart
17/05/24 17:29At a time where watching Man United has brought fans bucketloads of frustration and angst as they head into the final league game, '99 provides something akin to a warm hug.Martin Keown and Jens Lehmann reflect on the anniversary of Invicibles' unprecedented season exactly 20 years on - as Mikel Arteta's Arsenal attempt to make history themselves
15/05/24 16:55ISAAN KHAN: That record-breaking campaign, in which Arsenal went unbeaten across the 38 games, had previously seemed a fanciful notion. So much so, it has yet to be matched by their peers.Man United legend Andy Cole opens up his managerial fallouts with Sir Alex Ferguson and Kevin Keegan...and reveals he's 'still waiting for Sven-Goran Eriksson to give me a call' after England snub
15/05/24 16:30Despite success, Cole's time in Manchester was not without incident, with notable bust-ups with team-mate Teddy Sheringham, as well as at least one quarrel with Ferguson.What happened to Federico Macheda 15 years on from his iconic Manchester United debut vs Aston Villa aged 17... EIGHT failed loan spells followed - but where is he now?
15/05/24 16:15Federico Macheda was once hailed as the next Man United wonderkid when he scored a dream debut goal to seal virtually seal the Premier League title for Sir Alex Ferguson in 2009.Andy Cole reveals he almost PUNCHED Man United team-mate Teddy Sheringham amid their bitter 20-year feud... and Roy Keane was forced to act as peacemaker!
15/05/24 16:08The former Red Devil (pictured left in left image) has been vocal in the past about his uneasy relationship with Sheringham (pictured right), who joined Sir Alex Ferguson's side in 1997,Aston Villa's qualification for the Champions League is a personal triumph for Unai Emery... the Spaniard has remoulded the club in his own image and taken them to unimaginable heights in just 19 months
15/05/24 15:21TOM COLLOMOSSE: Unai Emery was faced with one of the most important team talks of his Villa Park reign and, as has generally been the case since he joined the club, the Basque nailed it.Fans hail Sir Alex Ferguson's INCREDIBLE early-season prediction about Aston Villa and label legendary Man United boss as the 'GOAT' as Unai Emery's side seal Champions League qualification
15/05/24 10:53Football fans have heaped praise on legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson after his early-season prediction about Aston Villa and Unai Emery.Wayne Rooney reveals the player who was a 'dressing room NIGHTMARE' at Man United... as he explains how the star once 'didn't speak to Ryan Giggs for SIX months'
15/05/24 09:17In total, the former England captain scored 253 goals in 559 appearances, making him United's all-time record goalscorer, while he also won 16 trophies with the Red Devils.Pep Guardiola fires warning to his Man City side insisting that a title triumph is NOT a foregone conclusion... as they look to break their Premier League hoodoo at Tottenham
13/05/24 21:30Pep Guardiola is baffled by the coronation of Manchester City as champions before they head to Tottenham, desperately needing to break a Premier League hoodoo.David Beckham claims Man United woes have gone on for 'too long' and thinks change is needed 'quickly' under Sir Jim Ratcliffe - but explains WHY he thinks the club is suffering
13/05/24 09:49Beckham won six Premier League titles with United and was instrumental in their 1998-99 Treble-winning season.
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- Alice Campello is involved in awkward photo gaffe after her split from long-term partner Alvaro Morata - as fans spot how she is cutting the Spain captain out of her life
- EXCLUSIVEDouglas Costa reveals the real reason he joined OnlyFans and what content he intends to make - and explains why ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo could join him on the platform
- Kevin De Bruyne spotted with his wife looking glum after he vowed to 'quit' Belgium - but Man City star refused to answer questions on outburst
- Finland star with a bizarre fish-themed Wayne Rooney tattoo - which he admits isn't very good - set to make his Wembley debut against England
- Kicking it up a notch! Tyson Fury copies Oleksandr Usyk with unconventional training methods as Gypsy King takes part in karate session ahead of Saudi Arabian rematch
- Simone Biles returns to gymnastics practice as Olympics hero gears up for arena tour
- Virgil van Dijk delivers major update on his Liverpool future - with Reds captain into the final year of his contract at Anfield
- Revealed: Lionel Messi receives his LOWEST rating in 16 years for EA Sports FC 25 with Virgil van Dijk, Martin Odegaard and Harry Kane all ranked above all-time great
- Spurs flop Tanguy Ndombele hits out at his critics after he was excluded at Galatasaray for being '6kg overweight and eating a diet of hamburgers'
- Brazilian giants 'reject chance to sign ex-Man United star Anthony Martial over his UNWORKABLE demands', with star still looking for a new club
- YouTube prankster Jarvo releases new footage of pitch invasion that saw him line up alongside England stars for the national anthem
- Netherlands camp is rocked by row between Wout Weghorst and Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber - as Ronald Koeman has to separate the pair
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Cristiano Ronaldo comes off the bench to score 88th-minute winner for Portugal against Scotland as he nets 901st goal of his career
- Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down before becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 England caps
- Erik ten Hag gets back to winning ways one week after Man United's brutal loss to rivals Liverpool... as under-fire boss returns to old club for testimonial
- Klopp describes his return to Dortmund as a 'dream come true' after coaching legends team as former Liverpool boss opens up on his life outside of football
- After anthem furore, admissions of self-doubt and a confident win... this weekend taught Lee Carsley what it REALLY means to manage England
- The 'real reason' Leny Yoro decided to REJECT Real Madrid and join Man United - before being struck by horror injury
- The era of Alexander-Arnold is here: Liverpool star finally has an England manager who will give him the platform for international success, writes SAMI MOKBEL
- Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from Team GB as the 45-year-old admits 'it's an age thing' - but still plans to compete internationally
- Emma Raducanu looks glum as she tries to go under the radar during a stroll in London - two weeks after the British star's tearful US Open exit
- Jack Draper should be proud despite US Open semi-final loss... he showed his true colours but the hard work starts now, writes DAN EVANS
- Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland
- Declan Rice REFUSES to celebrate scoring England's opener in Dublin after former Republic of Ireland midfielder nets from close range
- The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic
- Watch the moment Wayne Rooney rolls back the years with stunning curling free kick against Celtic at Old Trafford in legends game
- Colombian athlete who had his teeth modified to resemble FANGS wins shot put gold in Paris... as he insists that 'Paralympic sport' has to be a show
- Man City midfielder Rodri reveals Diego Simeone taught him to 'play like a B******' and 'make opponents miserable' during his time at Atletico Madrid
- Emma Hayes reveals what she would have done after leaving Chelsea if she was paid like Jurgen Klopp - as she highlights gender discrepancy in game
- Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori suffers FREAK injury while playing for Italy with £42m man forced off against France - handing Arteta a scare
- Charles Leclerc CRASHES his £314,000 Ferrari in Monaco as viral video shows F1 ace driving into another car while cruising around his home nation
- Jack Draper VOMITS on court after battling hard in his second set against world No 1 Jannik Sinner in US Open semi-final Struggling mid-match
- EXCLUSIVE'It means everything!': How San Marino achieved their 'once-in-a-lifetime joy' of a first competitive win - and why it's just the beginning
- Jack Draper sheds light on unusual pre-match ritual ahead of US Open semi-final against world number one Jannik Sinner Relying on routine
- Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way Landmark achievement
- Aston Villa 'DOUBLE price of disabled parking space tickets in latest financial blow to fans' - after supporters' club disputed European ticket prices
- Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher clash in heated Man United manager debate - as former Red Devils man defends Erik ten Hag AGAIN
- 'Big up?': Steve McClaren learns Jamaican patois during training session - with less embarrassing results than his Dutch accent
- Emiliano Martinez performs crude World Cup celebration AGAIN - as goalkeeper uses replica Copa America trophy to recreate Golden Glove gesture
- Marc Cucurella reveals a Chelsea team-mate attempted to clear the air between him and Erling Haaland after Spaniard's Euro 2024 chant
- Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS
- Vince McMahon documentary trailer drops to unveil it WILL address sex trafficking claims among other WWE scandals Anticipated viewing
- Conor McGregor lays out bizarre Ireland Presidency plans as the UFC star insists he 'is the only logical choice' despite having no political experience
- Heimir Hallgrimsson is the dentist who dumped England out of Euro 2016 with Iceland - now, he's looking for another Three Lions upset as Ireland boss
- Inside Jack Draper's friendship with Jannik Sinner: From doubles partners to emotional text messages as pair prepare for US Open semi-final showdown
- Jack Draper hilariously mocked for bizarre reason at US Open after racing into the semi-finals without dropping a set Brit wonderkid
- Snooker star punished with never-seen-before foul in Saudi Arabia Masters defeat against Stuart Bingham as he crashes out in decider
- Olympic pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and 400m hurdler Karsten Warholm go head-to-head in a brilliant 100m sprint exhibition
- Paralympic sprinter proposes to his girlfriend following 100m race in Paris, after his first wife was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident
- Victor Osimhen is 25, prolific in Serie A for Napoli and desperate for a Premier League move with Chelsea admirers... so why has he ended up in Turkey?
- Dani Carvajal breaks his silence on the furore around Spain players chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' following their Euro 2024 win over England
- Ralf Schumacher's heartbroken ex-wife says she will KEEP his famous surname in spite of him, despite it causing her 'pain' after she 'wasted' years
- Chelsea fans are left in awe as Jadon Sancho trains with Blues for the first time since move from Man United Forward also seen taking Maresca advice
- Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win
- Meet the armless Paralympics archer, 17, who went viral after taking the perfect bullseye using just her feet Incredible dexterity
- Fans joke that Federico Chiesa 'noticed the leaking roof 'at Old Trafford as clip emerges of new Liverpool signing Taking in the sights
- England squad pictured in good spirits ahead of new boss Lee Carsley's first match against Ireland Back 49 days after Euros final heartbreak
- Revealed: Spain captain Alvaro Morata's divorce from wife Alice 'was caused by an argument ON THE PITCH after beating England in final'
- Ivan Toney cuts hilariously awkward figure as Al Ahli fans debut new chant for £40m England star after Brentford departure Latest Saudi signing
- Olympic marathon runner who was set on fire is fighting for her life: Father speaks from hospital to reveal she had split from ex-boyfriend 'attacker'
- Tennis stars' most shocking moments with ball kids including Tim Henman's Wimbledon default and Novak Djokovic putting one on the verge of tears
- Amadou Onana arrives for Belgium duty in shirt reading 'Andre is not even my name mate' following awkward viral moment with reporter
- Napoli exile Victor Osimhen is mobbed by fans as he lands in Turkey to complete loan move to Galatasaray - after talks over switch to Chelsea collapsed
- Luis Suarez fights back tears as he confirms his retirement from international football ahead of final Uruguay match on Friday
- Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to fire Brad Gilbert following US Open defeat
- Ronaldo reveals when he plans to retire from international football as 39-year-old Portugal star hints it 'won't be a difficult decision' when the time comes
- United icon urges Marcus Rashford to LEAVE Old Trafford if he has any hopes of saving his career... as he describes the England star's downfall as 'sad'
- Micah Richards slams Declan Rice's sending off as 'one of the WORST decisions' as he fumes the Arsenal star shouldn't have been punished in Brighton draw
- Arne Slot is shining as Jurgen Klopp's successor at Liverpool, Man United's cracks continue to show, and which surprise package could push for Europe? FIVE THINGS we have learned so far
- Trent Alexander-Arnold taunts Man United fans with mocking gesture after Liverpool's huge 3-0 win at Old Trafford Happy England star
- Pitch-side microphone reveal former Arsenal man Danny Welbeck's sneaky unseen role in Declan Rice being sent off against Brighton
- Casemiro's wife hits back at critics of the Man United star with defiant Instagram post after her husband was hauled off at half-time in Liverpool defeat
- Luke Littler breaks down in tears as he reveals tragic loss of family friend in emotional post-match interview after devastating defeat
- Chelsea unveil Jadon Sancho at Stamford Bridge moments before Sunday's clash with Crystal Palace... after ex-Man United star seals Old Trafford exit
- Newcastle's Premier League clash against Tottenham DELAYED in the first half as linesman suffers 'random' injury and is replaced
- Sol Bamba's wife, Chloe, delivers heartbreaking statement on her husband's 'unfair fight' after ex-Cardiff and Leeds defender dies aged 39
- Danny Simpson keeps his Premier League medal after the ex-Leicester football star's first Misfits Boxing fight ends in a split draw
- Jamie Carragher left in hysterics at Old Trafford with ex-Liverpool man delighting in Gary Neville's ultimate commentator's curse
- Get your elbows out! McLaren boss Zak Brown reveals the secret recipe Lando Norris must follow if he is to snatch title glory from Max Verstappen
- Mikel Arteta reveals he was 'amazed' Declan Rice was sent off in Arsenal's draw with Brighton - but Fabian Hurzeler insists it was a'clear red'
- Serial prankster waves sex toy in face of Sky reporter on live deadline day coverage, forcing broadcast to halt and journalist to move location
- Unai Emery slams England for sending Morgan Rogers to the 'second team' after he was left out of senior squad and called up to the Under 21s