Manchester United 2-1 Barcelona, 1991 European Cup Winners' Cup Final
With the five-year ban on English clubs' participation in European club competition lifted in 1990, Fergie had his first crack at Europe in charge of Manchester United. He didn't do too badly in that first season back, beating Johan Cruyff's Barcelona in the Cup Winners' Cup final to become only the second manager – along with Cruyff – to lift the trophy twice.
Moyes Out!!! Sack David Moyes says Fergie
Manchester United have been going from bad to worse since David Moyes took over. After a dull, awful 2-0 defeat to Olympiakos in the Champions League, David Moyes can chalk up another unwanted blemish against his name - Manchester United's first competitive loss to a Greek side.
The Class of '92 DVD - The players that inspired a generation
The Class of '92 DVD - The players that inspired a generation is a cinematic documentary detailing the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United footballers (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph, and dramatically interweaves and mirrors the highs and lows of its football odyssey with the immense social and cultural changes taking place in Britain at the time. At the heart of this film is the tale of how six 14-year-old working class lads from diverse backgrounds came together to play for the same club, became the spine of the most lauded team in world football, and who throughout their period of unparalleled success remained best mates. The film has the unique distinction of having secured unprecedented access to all six players gains new and revealing insights about each individual and this special period in British football and cultural history along with fantastic archive footage. In addition, there are numerous other high profile interviewees including Zinedine Zidane, Tony Blair, Mani from the Stone Roses, Eric Cantona and Danny Boyle.
The Class of '92 DVD - The players that inspired a generation
Busby Babe Bill Foulkes
Former Manchester United captain Bill Foulkes, who survived the 1958 Munich air crash, has died aged 81.
Only Sir Bobby Charlton, Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes have played more times for United than the Busby Babe, who made 688 appearances.
Sir Bobby Charlton said the defender was a "marvellous man" and United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward added "he will never be forgotten".
St Helens-born Foulkes played for United in their 1968 European Cup win. Foulkes was a key member of Sir Matt Busby's team of talented young players, who were nicknamed the Busby Babes. On 6 February 1958, the plane that was carrying the team back from Belgrade crashed in a blizzard after re-fuelling at Munich airport. Twenty-three people died - eight players, eight newspaper journalists and seven members of backroom staff.
Speaking about the disaster in 2008, Foulkes said he had been "put in a bad way" by the crash. "The back end came up and I saw it came up and down again and this meant all the stuff came out of the back and hit me in the back of the head." However, he managed to escape from the plane and ran to safety before returning to help the survivors. "I ran over to Matt and we put an overcoat underneath him and he just turned over, groaned and passed out," he said.
After the Munich tragedy, Foulkes took over the captaincy and became a pillar of some of United's most successful teams. Foulkes was a four-time league champion and a FA Cup winner. He also won the European Cup at Wembley with United, when the team beat Portuguese side Benfica 4-1 in 1968.
Crunch time for United
Manchester United v Liverpool.
Capital One Cup third round. (Wednesday, 25 September. 7.45pm).
Capital One Cup third round. (Wednesday, 25 September. 7.45pm).
Under new manager David Moyes, United have made their worst start to a season in nine years. Admittedly they've had a tough fixture list, but the Scotsman will give everything to ensure his team emerge with victory.
Wayne Rooney says it's the "ideal game" for United at this juncture, but Liverpool's supporters would love nothing more than turning the screw on their bitter rivals. Manager Brendan Rodgers might just be more motivated by seeing Luis Suarez make a swift return to goal-scoring ways, while avoiding any unnecessary dramas.
"I have no doubt that, having been out, Luis will be even hungrier but his commitment and fight for the cause will still be the same," he said.
Remember: At Old Trafford, the Red Devils have won each of their last five matches with Liverpool in all competitions.
Manchester United fans hold their scarves through fences at the Stretford End
Manchester United 3 Manchester City 1
Young United fans lean through the fences with their scarves at the Stretford End at Old Trafford. (05/03/1977).
The Greatest Moment in Football History
The final 3 minutes of Manchester United v Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League Final.
A single UEFA camera covered the last 3 minutes. This is the rare pitch side footage of that beautiful night in Barcelona. Enjoy!
Alex Ferguson's 1,500th and final game in charge of Manchester United
Farewell Fergie!
Sir Alex Ferguson took charge of Manchester United for the last time against West Brom, but Wayne Rooney missed Manchester United's final game of the season.
Sir Alex Ferguson took charge of Manchester United for the last time against West Brom, but Wayne Rooney missed Manchester United's final game of the season.
Final Score: Manchester United 5 West Bromwich Albion 5
Alex Ferguson was given a guard of honour from both teams and an amazing ovation from the fans as he walked onto the pitch.
Sir Alex Ferguson's final speech - Goodbye Old Trafford
Watch Sir Alex Ferguson's final speech to the 76,000 crowd at Old Trafford.
Manchester United's Trophy Cabinet
Manchester United's Trophy Cabinet
Premier League (13) 1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1996–97, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13
First Division (7) 1907–08, 1910–11, 1951–52, 1955–56, 1956–57, 1964–65, 1966–67
FA Cup: (11) 1908–09, 1947–48, 1962–63, 1976–77, 1982–83, 1984–85, 1989–90, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99, 2003–04
League Cup: (4) 1991–92, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10
FA Charity/Community Shield: (19) 1908, 1911, 1952, 1956, 1957, 1965*, 1967*, 1977*, 1983, 1990*, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011
European Cup / UEFA Champions League: (3) 1967–68, 1998–99, 2007–08
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup: (1) 1990–91
European Super Cup: (1) 1991
Intercontinental Cup: (1) 1999
FIFA Club World Cup: (1) 2008
End of an Era - Fergie lifts trophy on farewell
Alex Ferguson lifts the Premier League trophy on his Old Trafford farewell after seeing his Manchester United side win 2-1 against Swansea in his last home game as manager
He was greeted with applause and cheering as the crowd waved masses of red flags when he walked on to the pitch before kick-off
Alex Ferguson's emotional speech
"My retirement doesn't mean the end of my life with the club. I will be able to now enjoy watching them, rather than suffer with them. But if you think about the last-minute goals, the comebacks, even the defeats, are all about this great club of ours. It's been an unbelievable experience for all of us. So thank you for that."
"You the fans have always stood by me and your job now is to stand by our new manager."
"I want to pay tribute to Paul Scholes who retires today. He is an unbelievable player, one of the greatest players this club will ever have."
"I have been able to manage some of the greatest players in the country. All of these players today have represented the club in the proper way. They have won the championship in fantastic fashion. Well done to the players. I wish the players every success for the future. You know how good you are, the jersey you are wearing, and all the people here. Don't let yourselves down."
After leaving the pitch Alex Ferguson said, "I was bubbling there for a bit. All those flags, the atmosphere today was unbelievable the whole game. I'm proud of my fans today."
Red Devils - The Record Breakers
Manchester United have reached their magical mark of 20 league titles
Alex Ferguson and Manchester United were determined to win the title back, having lost it so dramatically to Manchester City in the final seconds of the 2011-12 season.
Alex Ferguson and Manchester United were determined to win the title back, having lost it so dramatically to Manchester City in the final seconds of the 2011-12 season.
Alex Ferguson celebrates his first title win.
Watch Manchester United's amazing Champions winning season below.
Manchester United Official 20 x Champions 2013 Red T-Shirt Football Gift
Share your memories of the amazing career of Alex Ferguson
The Man - The Legend.
Sir Matt Busby closed his reign at Old Trafford when he was 62. Bill Shankly left Liverpool at the age of 60. Bob Paisley lasted at Anfield until he was 64. Brian Clough was 58 when he left. Alex Ferguson is 71, with a pacemaker in his chest and a hip replacement coming soon, yet we are still shocked at him leaving the great game.
With a total of 49 trophies collected over the years, Sir Alex Ferguson has a managerial record that will never be surpassed.
ABERDEEN
Scottish Premier Division (3): 1979-80, 1983-84, 1984-85.
Scottish Cup (4): 1981-82, 1982-83, 1983-84, 1985-86.
Scottish League Cup (1): 1985-86.
European Cup Winners' Cup (1): 1982-83.
European Super Cup (1): 1983.
MANCHESTER UNITED
Premier League (13): 1992-93, 1993-94, 1995-96, 1996-97, 1998-99, 1999-2000, 2000-01, 2002-03, 2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09, 2010-11, 2012-13.
FA Cup (5): 1989-90, 1993-94, 1995-96, 1998-99, 2003-04.
League Cup (4): 1991-92, 2005-06, 2008-09, 2009-10.
Charity/Community Shield (10): 1990 (shared), 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011.
Champions League (2): 1998-99, 2007-08.
European Cup Winners' Cup (1): 1990-91.
European Super Cup (1): 1991.
Intercontinental Cup (1): 1999.
FIFA Club World Cup (1): 2008.
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