Legendary football coach Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up about his decision to retire from Manchester United, revealing that his choice was influenced by a desire to support his wife, Cathy, following the death of her sister.
Ferguson stepped down from his managerial role at Old Trafford in 2013 after an impressive 27-year tenure, during which he secured 13 Premier League titles, two Champions League trophies, and numerous other accolades. His retirement came 13 years after he first announced plans to leave the club, only to reverse that decision in 2000.
In a recent appearance on Ally McCoist’s podcast, Ally’s Social Club, Ferguson explained that Cathy’s emotional state following her sister's passing in October played a significant role in his decision. He shared, “Cathy’s sister had died in the previous October and she was lost. She was definitely lost, so at Christmas I said to her, ‘Look, I’m going to retire at the end of the season.’”
Ferguson recalled how Cathy's reaction made it clear that she was pleased with his decision. “I knew by her reaction that she was delighted because she was on her own. She had given her life to me, everything to me. She was looking after me because of my job… bringing the kids up. When I said I was going to retire, she was delighted, and I knew that. I could tell by her body language.”
Ferguson's heartfelt acknowledgment of his wife's sacrifices highlights the personal motivations behind one of football's most celebrated coaching careers.
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