Sir Alex Ferguson: The day the NHS saved my life

Daily Mirror · Jeremy Armstrong · 2026-11-06 12:43 UTC

Fergie, 84, took over as manager of Manchester United 40 years ago, on November 6, 1986. He went on to transform not only the fortunes of a footballing giant, but the game itself

Fergie, 84, took over as manager of Manchester United 40 years ago, on November 6, 1986. He went on to transform not only the fortunes of a footballing giant, but the game itself

Sir Alex Ferguson has paid an emotional tribute to the NHS staff who saved his life in a moving new memoir.

As the legendary Manchester United manager celebrates 40 years since he took the helm at Old Trafford, he admits that he is only here to tell the story of his remarkable life thanks to the miracle of the NHS and the dedication of its staff.

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