Sir Alex Ferguson

Former Manchester United manager whose 26-year tenure remains unmatched; recently hospitalized after falling unwell at Old Trafford.

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May 2026
4 MayThe Chronicle
… In a game missed by Sir Alex Ferguson, who was taken from the ground in an ambulance as a precaution after feeling unwell, the victory confirmed United’s return to Europe’s elite club competition after a two-year absence and means Liverpool still need four points to confirm their …
Kobbie Mainoo seals United’s Champions League qualification
3 MayJoy Online
Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United’s Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday. …
Alex Ferguson taken to hospital as precaution before Man Utd v Liverpool

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Mourinho says he agreed then declined Manchester United job in 2013

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José Mourinho has revealed in a Netflix documentary that he initially agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager in 2013, before changing his mind and returning to Chelsea instead. Ferguson, who recommended David Moyes as his successor, confirmed Mourinho was offered the position but called him in tears to explain he had committed to Chelsea and did not want to break his promise.

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Tuesday 11 August

Mourinho says he agreed then declined Manchester United job in 2013
José Mourinho has revealed in a Netflix documentary that he initially agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager in 2013, before changing his mind and returning to Chelsea instead. Ferguson, who recommended David Moyes as his successor, confirmed Mourinho was offered the position but called him in tears to explain he had committed to Chelsea and did not want to break his promise.
11 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 9 August

Mourinho confirms 2013 Manchester United agreement before Chelsea return
Jose Mourinho has confirmed he agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013, but changed his mind within hours to rejoin Chelsea instead, citing his commitment to the club and need to feel loved after leaving Real Madrid.
9 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

Ferguson praises Keegan's impact at Newcastle United
Sir Alex Ferguson has paid tribute to Kevin Keegan following his death aged 75, saying Keegan "carried the love of the game on his sleeve" and that his management at Newcastle between 1992 and 1997 brought re-energised the club with enthusiasm, great players, and what Ferguson describes as their best era.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 20 July

England, Liverpool and Newcastle legend Kevin Keegan dies at 75
Kevin Keegan, a double Ballon d'Or winner who played for Liverpool and managed England, has died at 75 after being diagnosed with stage four cancer in January.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

Ghana coach Queiroz reaches five World Cups consecutively
Carlos Queiroz will match the record of five consecutive World Cup tournaments as a coach when Ghana begin their Group L campaign against Panama on Wednesday, continuing a run that began with Portugal in 2010 and included three successive tournaments with Iran in 2014, 2018, and 2022. Queiroz was appointed Ghana coach in April after Otto Addo was fired.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 24 May

Guardiola emotional as Manchester City reign ends
Pep Guardiola shed tears during his final match as Manchester City manager when captain Bernardo Silva was substituted out in the 59th minute. City lost to Aston Villa, marking the end of Guardiola's decade of dominance at the club.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 19 May

Rooney hails Guardiola as best manager of his generation
Wayne Rooney has compared Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola to Sir Alex Ferguson, calling Guardiola "certainly the best by a long way" of his generation, though noting Ferguson's 26-year tenure at Manchester United remains unmatched.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 18 May

Wayne Rooney urges Arne Slot to drop Salah from Liverpool finale
Wayne Rooney has called Mohamed Salah "selfish" and said he should be dropped from Liverpool's final match against Brentford, criticizing Salah's public comments about the club needing to return to "heavy metal attacking football" as a dig at manager Arne Slot.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 16 May

Semenyo scores winning FA Cup goal for Manchester City
Antoine Semenyo scored a 72nd-minute flicked finish to secure Manchester City's FA Cup victory against Chelsea. The 26-year-old, who was on loan at non-league Bath City eight years ago, said the goal "happened perfectly" and reflected on competing for trophies at the top level after a long journey.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

Cunha praises interim boss Carrick's "Ferguson magic"
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha says interim boss Michael Carrick has the "magic" of the Sir Alex Ferguson era and has been instrumental in securing Champions League qualification with three games to spare after a 3-2 win over Liverpool.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Mainoo's winner seals Manchester United Champions League return
Kobbie Mainoo scored the winning goal as Manchester United defeated Liverpool 5-0 at Old Trafford, confirming United's qualification for the Champions League after a two-year absence.
4 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 3 May

Alex Ferguson taken to hospital before Man Utd v Liverpool
Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital as a precautionary measure after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday. Club officials are optimistic he will soon be fit enough to return home.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →