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Ferguson fans stunned by retirement announcement
A short walk from Old Trafford stadium, a woman wearing a Manchester United shirt sat slumped over a pint of cider in a deserted pub. Lifelong United ...
Reaction to Alex Ferguson's retirement
Reaction to Alex Ferguson's decision to retire as manager of Manchester United, which was announced Wednesday: ___ "His achievements in the game place ...
A collection of Alex Ferguson's famous quotes
Alex Ferguson's Manchester United reign has been marked by colorful outbursts and putdowns. A selection of some of his most memorable quotes: ___ "My ...
Alex Ferguson's career trophies
Alex Ferguson is to retire after more than 26 years in charge of Manchester United. Following is a list of the 49 major titles he has won in his ...
Alex Ferguson statement on retirement
Text of statement by Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson announcing his retirement: "The decision to retire is one that I have thought a great ...
Alex Ferguson Fact Box
Highlights in the career of Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson who will retire at the end of the season, the club announced Wednesday: 1941 — ...
Jackett resigns after 6 years as Millwall manager
Kenny Jackett has resigned as Millwall manager after almost six years in charge of the second-tier English club. Jackett joined Millwall in 2007 and ...
Chelsea takes control of race for top-4 finish
Chelsea capitalized on a pedestrian performance by Manchester United to beat the Premier League champions 1-0 on Sunday and take control of the battle ...
Mata grabs winner as Chelsea beats Man United 1-0
Chelsea seized the initiative in the race for Champions League qualification by beating already-crowned champion Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, with ...
Ferguson to have hip surgery in offseason
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson will have hip surgery this summer that could see him miss the start of next season. The English champions ...
Benitez gaining grudging respect at Chelsea
Chants of "Jose Mourinho" rang around all four sides of Stamford Bridge. Fans sang loud and proud about club stalwarts Frank Lampard and John Terry, ...
Benitez faces Ferguson for last time with Chelsea
For the final time as Chelsea manager, Rafa Benitez will face old adversary Alex Ferguson at Manchester United on Sunday with the team's Champions ...
Van Persie earns draw for United on Arsenal return
Robin van Persie marked his return to Arsenal by scoring a penalty amid a chorus of boos to give newly crowned Premier League champion Manchester ...
Robin van Persie makes 1st return to Arsenal
Fresh from wrapping up a 20th English league title for Manchester United, Robin van Persie will make his first return to Arsenal looking to dent his ...
One day, United will have to replace Ferguson
With each trophy Alex Ferguson delivers for Manchester United comes the realization that he'll have to be replaced one day. But even at the age of 71, ...
Column: Football's wits can sink teeth into Suarez
The next time Luis Suarez gets the urge to sink his teeth into an opponent, let's hope his victim is someone other than Branislav Ivanovic.
United CEO: Only small minority oppose Glazers
As the trophies keep coming for Manchester United, including a record-extending 20th English league title, the green-and-gold protests have ...
Ferguson sees room for improvement at United
A giant banner draped over the railings of the pub just around the corner from Old Trafford summed up the philosophy of England's new champions this ...
Van Persie guides United to Premier League title
With 75,000 delirious Manchester United fans chanting "champions, champions" at full voice, Rio Ferdinand tugged the back of Robin van Persie's shirt ...
United swats aside another challenger to win title
Fuelled by money from the Middle East, Manchester City was supposed to have ushered in a new period of dominance in English football last season after ...
Spurs stun Man City with late comeback
Gareth Bale fronted a late fightback by Tottenham in a 3-1 victory over Manchester City on Sunday, giving runaway leader Manchester United a chance ...
United's title charge stalled by draw as City wins
There is little doubt Manchester United will collect a record-extending 20th English league title, although the coronation will be delayed.
Bayern tops AP rankings; Ronaldo is best player
Bayern Munich's players are used to scoring goals for fun, but this time it was the club netting a hat-trick as the German Bundesliga champion was ...