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Sir Alex Ferguson, born on December 31, 1941, is a legendary football manager. His career in football is most notably associated with his 27-year tenure at Manchester United, where he led the club to win 13 English top-flight league titles and two European Champions League titles. Known for his unique tactical philosophy, deep understanding of the game, and exceptional leadership, Sir Alex Ferguson has left an indelible mark on the sport.

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Famous Alex Ferguson Quotes

“I've never played for a draw in my life.”

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“I tried it 100 or a million times it couldn't happen again. If I could, I would have carried on playing.”

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“When an Italian tells me it's pasta on the plate, I check under the sauce to make sure.”

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“I can't believe it. I can't believe it. Football. Bloody hell.”

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“I remember the first time I saw him. He was 13 and just floated over the ground like a cockier spaniel chasing a piece of silver paper in the wind.”

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“They say he's an intelligent man, right? Speaks five languages! I've got a 15-year-old boy from the Ivory Coast who speaks five languages!”

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“My greatest challenge is not what's happening at the moment, my greatest challenge was knocking Liverpool right off their f*****g perch. And you can print that.”

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“David Beckham is Britain's finest striker of a football not because of God-given talent but because he practises with a relentless application that the vast majority of less gifted players wouldn't contemplate.”

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“I used to have a saying that when a player is at his peak, he feels as though he can climb.”

Inspirational Feels Used Player Climbs Alex

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“Everest in his slippers. That's what he was like.”

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“Only true champions come out and show their worth after defeat- and I expect us to do that.”

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About the Author

Born: December 31, 1941
Known for: Manager
Quotes: 140

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Leading: Lessons in leadership from the legendary Manchester United managerRelated source material

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