Tag: Sir Alex Ferguson
A Final Farewell: Old Trafford Says Goodbye to Sir Alex Ferguson
Let the tears flow football fans, Sir Alex Ferguson is only one match away from retirement. After 26 magnificent years with Manchester United, Ferguson stole the show after their 2-1 victory over Swansea City as he addressed Old Trafford. On an evening where so many story-lines could be looked towards to overshadow the evening, Ferguson [...]
Manchester United Analysis: Projected first team against Swansea
Swansea City come into this season with a new manager in Michael Laudrup, a new striker in Michu and new philosophy following the departure of Brendan Rodgers to Liverpool. However, it has worked out just fine for the Welsh club as they lifted the League Cup earlier in the campaign as their first major trophy [...]
David Moyes’ Departure Guarantees Anxious Summer for Evertonians
Over the past week, the football world has exploded with the news that not only would the most successful football manager of all-time be leaving Manchester United, but that he would be replaced by David Moyes, a compatriot who has achieved only moderate success with Everton in his 11-year reign at the club. It was [...]
Manchester City Boss Praises Sir Alex Ferguson
Manchester City manager Robert Mancini praised Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, calling him “one of a kind”. After the 71-year-old Ferguson made shock waves across the soccer world as he announced that he would be retiring at this seasons end, Manchester City manager spoke highly of the legendary United manager. According to Sky Sports [...]
Manchester United Comment: Why Fergie time lasted so long
At around 10 pm in Britain on Tuesday night, the first hint of what was to come emerged on the airwaves. Suggestions that Sir Alex Ferguson was considering retirement after 27 years at Old Trafford were like a minor earthquake a day before ‘the big one’ hits. It would be an exaggeration to suggest that [...]
Manchester United: A photographic tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson’s Epic Old Trafford career
Manchester United and long term manager Sir Alex Ferguson today confirmed that the legendary Scottish manager would indeed be retiring at the end of the current 2012-13 English Premier League campaign. During his time with the Red Devils Ferguson has achieved a level of success that has never been seen. In his 27-years at the [...]
Manchester United: Sir Alex Ferguson Officially Retires
It is a sad yet happy day for the world of football as Manchester United manager of 26 years, Sir Alex Ferguson, has announced his retirement will be final following the completion of the current 2012-13 English Premier League campaign. In his 26 years he has won 13 English titles, Five FA Cups, Four League [...]
Manchester United: Sir Alex Ferguson Reportedly Considering Retirement
Tuesday evening in Manchester - the world stood still, is Sir Alex Ferguson leaving the helm, at will? According to The Telegraph the Scottish manager is reportedly considering his future with Manchester United after 26 stunning years with the Red Devils. Arguably one of the greatest managers all time, Fergie may be on his way [...]
English Football Weekly Wrap: Weekend Stutters, Rafa’s Legacy, Promotion Watch
In my weekly column on SWOL, I take a look back at the weekend’s English Premier League and domestic cup action and the talking points that it throws up, as well as any significant news related to English football at large. Follow me @theredarmchair for regular updates throughout the week. EPL Round 36 Recap: United Get Complacent, [...]
Manchester United Analysis: Projected first team against Chelsea
Manchester United are ready to once again assert their claim to the English Premier League thrown. Although they already have it in the bag, that does not mean it is time to step off the gas as Sir Alex Ferguson will be certain to wish for a swift defeat of Chelsea. That wish will have [...]
Manchester United vs Chelsea Players to Watch at Old Trafford
Manchester United host Chelsea on Sunday in which should feature plenty of goals for both sets of supporters in attendance at Old Trafford. Ashley Young, Danny Welbeck and captain Nemanja Vidic are all unlikely to feature at the weekend as all are injured, while Young suffered a more severe season ending ankle injury back in [...]
Manchester United News: Sir Alex Ferguson Can Outperform Rivals This Summer
The arrival of wealthy owners has made the likes of Manchester City and Chelsea incredibly powerful in the transfer window. Even though both clubs have toned down their approach in recent years, they are still capable of getting transfer targets by paying over the odds. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has frequently complained how clubs like [...]
Reports Again Link Cristiano Ronaldo with Manchester United Return
Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United for Real Madrid almost four years ago. Speculation has been that this season will not only be Ronaldo’s last in Madrid (who has two years left on his deal), but boss Jose Mourinho’s as well. PSG has been most commonly linked with a move for Ronaldo, but a recent report [...]
Is There Still Room for Wayne Rooney at Manchester United?
The rumor mill certainly gets around in today’s media driven society where footballers are constantly criticized for their lack of form, inability to produce the “desirable” numbers, and whether or not specific players will be moving on during the transfer window. Manchester United’s long-time star, Wayne Rooney has come up in many of these transfer [...]
Arsenal vs Manchester United Key Battles at the Emirates
With the Barclays Premier League crown already heading to Old Trafford for a record 20th time - Arsenal and Manchester United will clash at the Emirates this weekend in hopes of finishing the 2012/13 campaign strong. The Gunners are currently in a close battle with Chelsea and Tottenham as all the respective clubs are in [...]
Van Persie Wins First League Title
It may be Robin Van Persie’s first Premier League title, but the fact that it is Manchester United 20th indicates that it might not be the last for the Dutchman. The former Arsenal man’s first half hat-trick put strugglers, Aston Villa away early creating even more of a party atmosphere at Old Trafford for the [...]
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