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Alex Ferguson's managerial career in PICTURES

Alex Ferguson's managerial career in PICTURES

Rediff.com9 May 2013

A look at the key moments in Alex Ferguson's managerial career.

India likely to rest big guns for New Zealand clash

India likely to rest big guns for New Zealand clash

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

A seemingly invincible India will be eager to sharpen their game against spin and give a run to second-line players ahead of the semi-final when they take on New Zealand in their last group match of the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday.

Southee backs inexperienced Kiwi bowlers to deliver in Champions Trophy

Southee backs inexperienced Kiwi bowlers to deliver in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Former New Zealand fast-bowling great Tim Southee is confident that the Black Caps' inexperienced bowling attack will do a wonderful job at the upcoming Champions Trophy after watching them perform impressively in the recently-concluded tri-series in Pakistan.

My discipline may have cost United says Ferguson

My discipline may have cost United says Ferguson

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

In his new book Leading, the most successful manager in British football history said that does not mean he would do anything differently.

Ferguson bemoans negative Lille

Ferguson bemoans negative Lille

Rediff.com19 Oct 2005

United's Rooney has asked for a transfer: Ferguson

United's Rooney has asked for a transfer: Ferguson

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has asked for a transfer, the Premier League champions' manager Alex Ferguson said on Sunday.

PIX: Lyon earn dramatic draw with Man United; Spurs held

PIX: Lyon earn dramatic draw with Man United; Spurs held

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

A stoppage-time finish from Rayan Cherki earned Olympique Lyonnais a dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final.

Mourinho's Chelsea was stronger: Ferguson

Mourinho's Chelsea was stronger: Ferguson

Rediff.com23 May 2010

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has claimed that Jose Mourinho's Chelsea team was stronger than Carlo Ancelotti's historic Double winners.

Van Nistelrooy named Leicester City manager

Van Nistelrooy named Leicester City manager

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Van Nistelrooy has also gained valuable experience as Assistant Coach for the Netherlands national team under Guus Hiddink.

Ferguson wants Henry charged

Ferguson wants Henry charged

Rediff.com31 Oct 2004

Gabriel Heinze was brought down by Arsenal's Fredrik Ljungberg just before halftime and Thierry Henry then collided with the Argentine while he was still on the ground.

The major signings in the January transfer window

The major signings in the January transfer window

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Manchester City's spending of more than 180 million pounds ($223.58 million) was the second-biggest outlay ever worldwide by a club in the January transfer window.

Rooney has Ferguson smiling

Rooney has Ferguson smiling

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

Ferguson steps down as Manchester United manager

Ferguson steps down as Manchester United manager

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson will end his 27-year tenure at the end of the season. Manchester United confirmed the retirement of Ferguson and tweeted, "thank you sir alex".

Ferguson apologises to fans

Ferguson apologises to fans

Rediff.com9 Jan 2005

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson apologised to his team's fans after what he called their worst ever FA Cup performance in Saturday's shock 0-0 draw with minor league Exeter City.

Is Simeone the Alex Ferguson of Spain?

Is Simeone the Alex Ferguson of Spain?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Atletico Madrid's players are hoping coach Diego Simeone can become the club's equivalent of Alex Ferguson.

Ferguson hails fantastic night

Ferguson hails fantastic night

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

Moyes endures bumpy ride surrounded by Ferguson reminders

Moyes endures bumpy ride surrounded by Ferguson reminders

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

As Manchester United manager David Moyes struggles to string together back-to-back Premier League wins, there are reminders everywhere he looks that this type of form is not what the English champions are used to.

Guardiola faces tough challenge in England: Ferguson

Guardiola faces tough challenge in England: Ferguson

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson believes Pep Guardiola will need time to adapt to Premier League football when he takes charge of Manchester City in July but has tipped the Spaniard to be a success. Guardiola has won numerous trophies in Spain and Germany with Barcelona and Bayern Munich respectively but Ferguson feels the English game, known for its fast-paced and physically demanding nature, will pose a completely different challenge. "Without question Pep has got a fantastic work ethic about him. He has got great coaching ability, there is no doubt about that. Man City have made a real coup in getting him," the 13-time league champion told British media.

Ferguson charged over referee fitness remarks

Ferguson charged over referee fitness remarks

Rediff.com20 Oct 2009

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was charged with improper conduct by the Football Association on Monday for the comments he made about referee Alan Wiley after United's 2-2 draw with Sunderland this month. In a post-match interview Ferguson accused Wiley of not being fit enough although he did apologise for causing Wiley "any personal embarrassment" a week later in a statement issued by the club.

Ferguson wants Keane to succeed

Ferguson wants Keane to succeed

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has said that he wants captain Roy Keane to succeed him as manager

United defending is agony for Ferguson

United defending is agony for Ferguson

Rediff.com2 Dec 2012

Alex Ferguson described watching his Manchester United side's defending in the topsy-turvy 4-3 victory over Reading on Saturday as agony.

Manchester United to honour manager Ferguson

Manchester United to honour manager Ferguson

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Manchester United will commemorate manager Alex Ferguson's 26th year in charge of the team by unveiling a statue of the Scot this month, the Premier League leaders said in a statement.

Ferguson lands two-match ban

Ferguson lands two-match ban

Rediff.com21 Oct 2003

The punishment, which related to comments directed at the fourth official by Ferguson during United's 2-1 premier league win at Newcastle United on August 23.

Ferguson backs UEFA on Eduardo ban

Ferguson backs UEFA on Eduardo ban

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has endorsed UEFA's decision to ban Arsenal striker Eduardo da Silva for deceiving a referee.

Ferguson settles dispute with Magnier

Ferguson settles dispute with Magnier

Rediff.com6 Mar 2004

The Manchester United manager settled his dispute with Irish racing tycoon John Magnier over stud rights to record-breaking racehorse Rock of Gibraltar.

Champions Trophy: Can India overcome these 3 threats?

Champions Trophy: Can India overcome these 3 threats?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India's pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah's absence will certainly hurt India, but the team's quality batting and spin bowling make them title contenders alongside South Africa and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy.

IPL 2025: Meet The Punjab Kings Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Punjab Kings Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

This squad is by far one of the most compact in Punjab's IPL history and with the tactical genius of Ricky Ponting at the helm, it will be a folly to write them off at any time of the competition.

Why Cam Green Was Player Of The Match

Why Cam Green Was Player Of The Match

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Green pocketed just one wicket, but his tight overs put the necessary pressure on the DC scoreboard as the match slipped away from the visitors.

Ferguson says Ronaldo move was inevitable

Ferguson says Ronaldo move was inevitable

Rediff.com14 Jun 2009

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Real Madrid had been inevitable.

Ferguson to play waiting game

Ferguson to play waiting game

Rediff.com21 Nov 2003

Ferguson says five trophies unlikely

Ferguson says five trophies unlikely

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

Manchester United's squad was the best he had managed in his 22 years at the club, but he did not think they would win the quintuple this season, manager Alex Ferguson has said.

Ferguson puts world title first

Ferguson puts world title first

Rediff.com16 Dec 2008

Alex Ferguson has demanded his Manchester United players leave a lasting legacy by becoming the first British side to win the Club World Cup.

Ferguson banking on away goal

Ferguson banking on away goal

Rediff.com24 Feb 2009

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said the injury-hit holders were capable of at least scoring an away goal in Tuesday's Champions League last-16 first leg match against Inter Milan. Inter coach Jose Mourinho expects United to go on the defensive at the San Siro and thinks the tie will only be decided at Old Trafford on March 11, possibly in extra-time.

No one will beat Rooney's Manchester United record: Ferguson

No one will beat Rooney's Manchester United record: Ferguson

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

'In the present-day game, it is difficult to see any club having players who can stay with them for 10 years'

Ferguson shrugs off Ronaldhino snub

Ferguson shrugs off Ronaldhino snub

Rediff.com21 Jul 2003

Ferguson urges 'amazing' Giggs to extend contract

Ferguson urges 'amazing' Giggs to extend contract

Rediff.com26 Dec 2011

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has urged winger Ryan Giggs to extend his contract with the Premier League champions for another season.

Ferguson fears idea of retirement

Ferguson fears idea of retirement

Rediff.com7 Mar 2009

Retirement after 22 years as Manchester United manager is a scary prospect, Alex Ferguson said.

Can't rule out Ferguson return: Wenger

Can't rule out Ferguson return: Wenger

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Alex Ferguson could return to a job in football management despite his retirement at the end of last season, according to his old Arsenal adversary Arsene Wenger.

Ferguson cleared of improper conduct

Ferguson cleared of improper conduct

Rediff.com29 May 2008

The Manchester United manager was charged after comments he made to the media following United's shock 1-0 defeat by Portsmouth in the FA Cup.

Ferguson to retire within three years

Ferguson to retire within three years

Rediff.com25 May 2008

Alex Ferguson will retire as manager of Manchester United within the next three years, British media reported on Sunday. Ferguson originally hinted that he would retire six years ago but changed his mind and has since gone on to become the most successful manager of all time in English soccer.