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Sir Alex Ferguson Opens up on Dementia Worries and Late Wife Cathy

  • Alex Ferguson said he worries about dementia because he headed the ball often during his football career, and he uses reading and quizzes to keep his mind active.
  • Ferguson’s brother Martin has dementia, and Ferguson bought a home in Glasgow to be closer to him and care for Cathy’s memorial.
  • Ferguson remembered his late wife, Cathy, as supportive and said she never complained about the demands of his career.
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In a rare and personal interview, Sir Alex Ferguson "opened" his heart, speaking publicly about his health condition. At 84 years old, Sir Alex Ferguson granted a rare and personal interview. The iconic Manchester United coach spoke openly about his health condition, the fear of dementia, but also the difficult battle that his brother, Martin, is fighting with this disease. The Scot has experienced dementia firsthand, since his brother is faci…

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Sir Alex Ferguson acknowledges his concern about dementia due to the frequent blowing of the ball to his head during his ball march, while at the same time reviewing his humanitarian efforts to support patients and his history of health crises.

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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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