Ferguson on being 'terrified' by brain haemorrhage and 'fantastic' return to Man Utd
Ferguson says he was terrified on his first return after brain surgery and was greeted with a standing ovation by United fans.
- Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is promoting his new book, 'Games of My Life', which details 21 defining matches from his career spanning working-class Glasgow to his managerial dominance at Old Trafford.
- Suffering a brain haemorrhage in May 2018 at age 76, Ferguson later revealed the frightening experience of losing his voice after emergency surgery. Now 84, he says, "I'm feeling quite good despite small injuries."
- Reflecting on difficult managerial decisions, Ferguson defended his 1995 sale of midfielder Paul Ince to Inter Milan for £7m to £7.5m. Despite receiving hate mail from disgruntled fans, Ferguson said "you have to make hard decisions, and some decisions don't suit everyone."
- Four months after emergency surgery, Ferguson returned to Old Trafford to watch Manchester United face Wolves, receiving a standing ovation. He admitted being "terrified" about the reception he would receive from supporters.
- Investing in young talent remained central to Ferguson's strategy, as his "Class of 92" stars developed into loyal players who dominated English football. He remains a regular attendee at Old Trafford supporting the team.
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Sir Alex Ferguson, 84, reveals terrifying aftermath of 2018 brain haemorrhage
Sir Alex Ferguson has described the frightening moment he realised he could no longer speak after emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage.The former Manchester United manager, now 84, said he was unable to talk when his grandsons visited him in hospital. A speech therapist helped him regain his voice through exercises, including writing down the names of birds, animals and rivers.“I had lost my voice; I couldn’t speak,” Ferguson told the BBC. …
The legend Sir Alex Ferguson, three months before he turned 85, remembers the time he wanted to leave as an immigrant and the shock of losing his voice. The legendary former Manchester United coach recalls the day he returned to Old Trafford for the first time after suffering a brain haemorrhage in May 2018. Four months after the emergency surgery, Ferguson, who was heavily criticised during the period when United dominated English football, re…
Sir Alex Ferguson on why he had to sell "tremendous footballer" despite Man United fan protests
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted he felt it was the right time to sell Paul Ince all those years ago. The legendary ex-Red Devils boss won 13 Premier League titles, two Champions Leagues, and a host of other major trophies during his spell at Old Trafford, so it’s not often he […]
The form Manchester United boss spoke about suffering the life-threening ailment in an interview with BBC Breakfast
Alex Ferguson opens up about recovery from brain haemorrhage
Ex-Man United coach Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up about his recovery from a brain haemorrhage, recalling the fear and uncertainty he experienced after undergoing emergency surgery in 2018. The former Manchester United gaffer suffered the haemorrhage in May 2018 and returned to Old Trafford four months later to watch United face Wolves in the Read More: https://punchng.com/alex-ferguson-opens-up-about-recovery-from-brain-haemorrhage/
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