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Appointment of Sir Alex Ferguson

The manager who defined an era.

Sir Alex Ferguson became Manchester United's longest-serving and most successful manager, winning 38 trophies including 13 league titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League titles between 1986 and 2013.

Quick Facts

Role
Manager
Appointment date
November 1986
Previous club
Aberdeen
Tenure end
May 2013
Major honours
38
League titles
13

Lore & Background

After Matt Busby's retirement, Manchester United were unable to produce sustained success until the arrival of Alex Ferguson. He is the club's longest-serving manager in its entire history.

Reader's Guide

Ferguson's first match in charge was a 2-0 loss, not a goalless draw. He managed the club from 1986 to 2013.

More in Club History & Eras

Formation of the Class of '92Historic Rivalry with Liverpool F.C.Newton HeathBusby BabesDenis LawSir Alex FergusonClass of '921999 TreblePremier LeagueMunich Air DisasterSir Matt Busby EraManchester United Rebranding

Elsewhere in Manchester United

European Cup 1968 · Stadium & CultureMost League Appearances Record · Honours & RecordsPeter Schmeichel · Legendary PlayersTeddy Sheringham · Legendary Players1996 FA Cup Final vs Liverpool · Iconic MatchesAjax vs Feyenoord · Great Rivalries

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