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FAQ of Alex Ferguson
How long was Ferguson at United?
Alex Ferguson was at Manchester United for 17 years between 1986 and 2013. He was appointed as the club’s manager on November 6th, 1986 and his first game in charge was against Oxford United two days later. Ferguson retired after the 2012/13 English season.
Why is Alex Ferguson called Sir?
Alex Ferguson received a knighthood in the Queen’s birthday honours list of 1999. This means that he can use the prefix Sir ahead of his name, and this is how he is most commonly referred to in the media. Ferguson also received an OBE in a previous honours list.
How many trophies has Alex Ferguson won?
Alex Ferguson won 38 major honours as manager with Manchester United. This list includes a record 13 Premier League titles, two Champions League wins and five FA Cups. Ferguson also won ten major trophies as manager of Aberdeen and one with St Mirren.
What was the biggest defeat for Sir Alex Ferguson?
The biggest defeat that Sir Alex Ferguson suffered in his entire managerial career was a 6-1 loss while in charge of Manchester United. To make matters worse, United were playing their old rivals Manchester City when they slumped to this 6-1 defeat at The Etihad on October 23rd, 2011.
Who scored the last goal under Alex Ferguson?
The last goal for Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson was scored by the Mexican international striker Javier Hernandez. The match was against West Bromwich Albion on May 19th, 2013, and it was a remarkable encounter that finished in a 5-5 draw after United had led 5-2.
Alex Ferguson Trivia Questions
- Sir Alex Ferguson’s last official game as Manchester United manager was a 5-5 draw against which club?
- In Sir Alex Ferguson’s last season as Manchester United manager, which striker won the Premier League Golden Boot?
- What year did Sir Alex Ferguson announce his retirement as the manager of Manchester United?
- Which legendary goalkeeper played a crucial role in Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United and was often referred to as the “Great Dane”?
- How many times did Manchester United win the FA Cup under Ferguson’s management?
- How many times did Manchester United win the UEFA Champions League under Sir Alex Ferguson’s management?
- How many Premier League titles did Sir Alex Ferguson win during his tenure as the Manchester United manager?
- When did Sir Alex Ferguson become the manager of Manchester United?
