- Born on December 31, 1941, in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson would become Manchester United's longest-serving manager and the holder of the most English Premier League (EPL) trophies in English football history.
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Sir Alex Ferguson has a commanding presence in the world of football. Although he managed various clubs, his most significant impact was during his tenure at Manchester United from 1986 to 2013.
Born on December 31, 1941, in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson would become Manchester United's longest-serving manager and the holder of the most English Premier League (EPL) trophies in English football history.
Ferguson's father worked in the shipbuilding industry, and Alex initially followed suit, working as a toolmaker in a factory in Hillington. However, his passion for football was stronger. He began playing for Harmony Row Club in Govan and joined Queens Park Club at the age of 16, before signing with Dunfermline Athletic in 1964.
His playing career included stints at Rangers from 1967 to 1969, where he made 41 appearances and scored 25 goals, and Falkirk from 1969 to 1973, with 95 appearances and 37 goals. He later played for Ayr United from 1973 to 1974, where he also took on the role of player-coach.
Ferguson's first managerial position came in 1974 when he signed with East Stirlingshire for £40 a week. He subsequently managed St. Mirren from 1974 to 1978, Aberdeen from 1978 to 1985, and the Scotland national team from 1985 to 1986, leading them to the 1986 World Cup.
Ferguson took over the Manchester United managerial position in November 1986, spending 26 years in charge. During this time, he won 38 trophies, including 13 Premier League titles—the most for any English club—five FA Cups, and two UEFA Champions League titles. He cemented his legacy as Manchester United's longest-serving manager.
By the end of his career, Ferguson had become the second-most decorated manager in European football, with a total of 49 trophies. In 2017, he was listed among the ten most influential coaches in UEFA history. Ferguson retired as Manchester United's coach at the end of the 2012-2013 season, having won the Premier League in his final year.
Ferguson will always be remembered as a formidable figure in football history, dominating English football for decades. Even after retiring, he continues to serve as an ambassador and director for the club. His legacy in football remains unmatched.
