Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson Retire
Sir Alex Ferguson feels now is the right time for him to announce his retirement. He will take the position of director and ambassador for the club next season.
Sir Alex say many-many thanks to family, players, staff, and the fans of Manchester United.
"The decision to retire is one of the biggest decisions that I think about and one that I was not taken lightly. This is the right time,"
"It's important for me to leave an organization may be the strongest form and I believe I have done it. Quality of the league winning squad, and age balance in it, bodes well for success at the highest level. Structure of the young players will ensure that the future of the club This in the long run remains bright. "
"Our training facility [Carrington] is among the best in the 'global sport' and home to Old Trafford we are considered as one of the leading places in the world."
"Going forward, I am happy to take on the role of director and ambassador for the club. Given this activity, along with many of my other interests, I look forward to the future."
"I have to give a tribute to my family, their love and support has been so important. My wife Cathy has been a key figure throughout my career, giving foundation, stability and encouragement. Words are not enough to express how meaningful it all for me.
"As for my players and staff, past and present, I would like to thank them all for the level of professional conduct and dedication that has helped to give so many impressive victories. Without their contribution the history of this great club will not be rich."
"In my early years, the support of the council, and Sir Bobby Charlton in particular, gave me the confidence and time to build a football club, not just a football team."
"Over the last decade, the Glazer family has given me the platform to manage Manchester United the best of my ability and I have been very fortunate to have worked with people who are talented and reliable Chief Executive David Gill. I am really grateful to them all."
"To the fans, thank you. Support you have provided over the years has been truly remarkable. It has been an honor and a great privilege to have the opportunity to lead your club and I always cherish my time as manager of Manchester United. "
On This Day At Manchester United
1921: Last Match William Henry "Billy" Meredith with United. Won 3-0 v Derby County.
Meredith ended his United career with a record as the oldest player: 46 years, 281 days.
Meredith's unique, he's a legend for 2 club Manchester: United & City. Note his record is very good in both clubs TSB.
Began his career as a professional player in the City in 1894, Meredith helped them win the Second Division twice.
Meredith moved to United in 1906 with a free transfer status. At that time he was 32 years old.
United won the league brought for the first time in 1908, the FA Cup in 1909, and the next league trophy 2th later.
15 years of uniformed United, Meredith recorded 335 appearances and scored 36 goals. He decided to return to the City in 1921.
Meredith including the controversial player. 1905-06 season, when uniformed City, Meredith and her colleagues involved in cases of bribery (set score).
At United, season 1908-09, Meredith month for kicking players punished Brighton & Have Albion in the FA Cup match.
However, Meredith is a Superstar. He was one of the originators Players Union which is now the Professional Footballers Association (PFA).
Meredith retired from football at the age of 48 years. He died on 19 April 1958 at the age of 83 years. Welsh Wizard.
Renovation Old Trafford
Sir Alex Ferguson explained that the renovation worth £ 20million to the development of facilities at the Trafford Training Centre or commonly called Carrington not only assist players in preparing and self recovery, but will also attract new talent to join Manchester United.
Sir Alex believes any new players that will come later with doubts about where they should be, they will immediately know that Carrington was a fantastic training ground.
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