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Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson salutes the fans after walking onto the pitch with a guard of honour from players of both sides before their English Premier League soccer match against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson finally walked into the sunset with his final game against West Brom.

Sir Alex, during his 27-year stay at the Old Trafford won 13 league titles, two European Cups, five FA Cups, two League Cups and a European Cup-Winners' Cup.

The final game at the Hawthorns saw the 71-year-old get the guard of honour and grand ovation from fans of both the teams.

Even though the Champions had to share points giving away a 5-2 advantage, it was an evening to remember for all.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is applauded by players after his 1,500th and final match in charge of the club following the Barclays Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United at The Hawthorns.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson signs autographs prior his 1,500th and final match in charge of the club prior to the Barclays Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United at The Hawthorns.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson walks towards the fans to accept their applause after their English Premier League soccer match against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST

Manchester United fans hold up a message before their English Premier League soccer match against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.

Photos: Ferguson signs off managerial career on a high

Last updated on: May 20, 2013 00:25 IST

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson walks down the tunnel for the last time after their English Premier League soccer match against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.