Sir Alex Ferguson

Football manager and former player

Scottish Govan, Glasgow, Scotland

Quick Info

ProfessionFootball manager and former player
NationalityScottish
Date of Birth31/12/1941
Age84 years
BirthplaceGovan, Glasgow, Scotland

Latest News about Sir Alex Ferguson

04/06/2026

Ferguson made a public appearance in Wilmslow after his May hospital visit, marking his first sighting since the health scare. He was reported to be looking well and posed for photographs with a supporter.

03/05/2026

Ferguson was taken to hospital after feeling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's match against Liverpool. Reports said the issue was treated as a precaution and was not believed to be serious, and he was later expected to recover at home.

25/11/2025

Sir Alex Ferguson helped launch a new scholarship scheme with Dr Murray Rowden to support students at Glasgow Caledonian University. The initiative included a £500,000 commitment and was tied to the university's 150th anniversary celebrations.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameSir Alexander Chapman Ferguson
Also Known As
  • Sir Alex
  • Fergie
Known ForManaging Manchester United and being one of football's most successful managers
Years Active1957–2013

Relationships & More

Children
  • Mark Ferguson
  • Darren Ferguson

Family

Children
  • Mark Ferguson
  • Darren Ferguson

Career

Playing Career
  • Queen's Park
  • St Johnstone
  • Dunfermline Athletic
  • Rangers
  • Falkirk
  • Ayr United
Managerial Career
  • East Stirlingshire
  • St Mirren
  • Aberdeen
  • Manchester United
Major Achievements
  • Won multiple Scottish league titles with Aberdeen
  • Won the European Cup Winners' Cup with Aberdeen in 1983
  • Managed Manchester United from 1986 to 2013
  • Won 13 Premier League titles with Manchester United
  • Won the UEFA Champions League in 1999 and 2008

Social Media

Twitterhttps://x.com/MrAlexFerguson

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Started his football career as a player before becoming a manager
2. Worked as an apprentice toolmaker in his youth
3. Was born in a working-class district of Glasgow
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