Alex Ferguson Tribute
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Born in 1989, I have seen many players come and go but Sir Alex Ferguson has been the only constant to my version of Manchester United Football Club. After 26 years at the helm of one of the greatest football clubs, the constant I have known for so long will now be gone. This is my tribute to the greatest football manager the world will ever know. Alex Ferguson, full statement http://www.irishtimes.com/sport/soccer/english-soccer/alex-ferguson-s-full-statement-1.1386053
Over the course of my life and love of football, three things stand out to me about why he is the greatest manager ever to have walked the earth. The first is an obvious one, and that is his consistency at winning trophies from the days at St Mirren, Aberdeen and Manchester United. Forty-nine trophies over the course of his managerial career can not be ignored. His trophy record can be found here http://www.irishtimes.com/sport/soccer/english-soccer/ferguson-s-49-trophies-1.1386046
The second, is his ability to adapt and evolve with the game. Over the years he has built side after side capable of winning trophies year in and year out. He has always believed in the ability of his players, especially the young players coming through the academy. Players like Gary Neville, Nicky Butt, David Beckam and probably his greatest asset, Ryan Giggs.
Finally, his character has been the reason for much of the success. It was his ability to suck other managers into mind games leading to infamous rants such as the Keegan and Benitez rants. His charisma and presence was felt everywhere he went; most importantly in the dressing room. His total control over team affairs allowed him to build not just squad after squad, but the foundations for continued success.
We are left now lost and optimistic for the future with the knowledge that his involvement will not cease in club affairs. Goodbye Sir Alex, happy retirement. I think after 26 years, you deserve it.
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