Alex Ferguson

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Alex Ferguson Homesick Blues

When a manager goes electric.

January 27, 2011 55 Comments
The Tragedy of King Ferguson

Trafford Castle, AD 600. Christopher Mann reports.

January 5, 2011 14 Comments
The History of King Fergie

Sir Alex, a king most tragical.

November 14, 2009 2 Comments
Your Alex Ferguson – José Mourinho Champions League Mind Games Scrapbook

Sir Alex Ferguson can’t wait to lock horns with Jose …

January 9, 2009 3 Comments
Everton, However, Are Prepared to Part with Chickenpox in January

Alex Ferguson on the rumor that Manchester United have a …

December 18, 2008 Comments Off on Everton, However, Are Prepared to Part with Chickenpox in January
Alex Ferguson Writes a Letter to the Editor

The manager of Manchester United is a jewel of many …

December 1, 2008 3 Comments
Sir Alex. Two Monkeys. A Gatling Gun.

I’m linking straight to the Sun on this one, because …

November 2, 2008 4 Comments
Sir Alex Ferguson Is a Man Who Loves His Hot Sauce

The Premier League season never officially starts until Alex Ferguson …

October 31, 2008 5 Comments
The Alex Ferguson Is Eating Spicy Foods Watch

I’m not sure if there’s a new curry place delivering …

November 6, 2007 1 Comment
Alex Ferguson Continues to Breathe, Blink, Indulge His Persecution Complex

Alex Ferguson is complaining about the officiating in Manchester United’s …

November 4, 2007 Comments Off on Alex Ferguson Continues to Breathe, Blink, Indulge His Persecution Complex