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Post by Deleted on Jun 20, 2021 21:18:49 GMT
I mentioned 'Managing my Life' earlier and decided to watch this as a consequence.
This is a top,top biopic directed by Fergie's son Jason.
The narrative can be a wee bit messy but the honesty more than makes up for this.
From recovering from his brain haemorrhage in 2018 to his reminisces of his career highlights this film gives you a real insight into Ferguson the man.
From his upbringing in Govan to becoming the UK's most successful manager, it's just a pity that it had to end.😕
I believe 'Rangers' were a bit upset about some of Ferguson's opinions on his former club...and so they should be.
Ferguson's hatred for his former club isn't hidden due to the disgraceful sectarianism shown towards his wife.
In part, this motivated him to become what he became.
9/10
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Post by stu77 on Jun 20, 2021 21:30:49 GMT
Should have stayed in Alternative TV.
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Post by Lord Emsworth on Jun 21, 2021 7:48:00 GMT
Should have stayed in Alternative TV.  |
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Post by Mungo Jerry on Jun 21, 2021 12:41:30 GMT
This doc is on Amazon Prime if you have that
Didn't realise that Fergie had three sons
Jason and Darren are twins
Darren going great guns back at Peterborough
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Post by smogquixote on Jun 21, 2021 15:42:00 GMT
Cheers for the heads up Mr. Rogue & Mr. Jerry, I’m watching on Prime now.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2021 16:40:35 GMT
What did you think of it Smog?
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Post by smogquixote on Jun 21, 2021 16:48:07 GMT
What did you think of it Smog? Just up to the bit where he’s booting off after winning the cup with Aberdeen, inspiring stuff! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2021 16:49:49 GMT
Aye, that was directed at the Huns as he wanted to give them a righting walloping.
He was seething...
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Post by smogquixote on Jun 21, 2021 17:46:30 GMT
It’s finished. I loved it, I thought not being Scottish or a United fan would make it not appeal to me as much but I’d probably go as far as saying it’s a must-watch for any football fan. Thanks for the recommendation fellas
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2021 18:07:01 GMT
Couldn't agree more Smog 👍
I don't think you have to interested in Man Utd either.
I found him a fascinating character after reading his book.
Of course I knew him as a manager of a rival team and also him knocking back the hun job before Souness ruined Scottish football in the mid 80's.
There's also the Glaswegian thing although a lot of people from Govan don't consider themselves Glaswegians in the real sense of the word but that's another story.
I also remember Ferguson being the manager St Mirren which was mentioned briefly in the film.
He was a huge success for the Buddies.
He reminds me a lot of Stein and latterly Clough. Tough with a singular minded vision of football.
His vision of a youth system wasn't that dissimilar to Stein's 'Quality St Kids' of the late 60's/early 70's.
A great film, honest in it's entirety.
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Post by Billy Idle on Jun 22, 2021 7:42:23 GMT
Fergie? One of the all time greats
Up there with Paisley, Shankley, Stein, Guardiola, Sacchi, Wenger, Chapman, Clough, Bielsa, Robson, Aragones, Busby etc
Maybe the greatest of them all ?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2021 11:45:02 GMT
I suppose it depends on the era you grew up in.
For me the likes of Stein and Clough were the best due to the fact that they had little money and achieved so much.
Fergie could pick a player though. I thought Cantona was a truely outstanding talent.
Mad as a hatter but a great football brain.
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Post by Lord Emsworth on Jun 22, 2021 14:00:29 GMT
That list spans most eras
No arguments with any of the names but many more could be added, especially worldwide
Stein and Clough were exceptional given the relative resources. That said Clough was responsible for signing the very first player in excess of £1 million pounds in Trevor Francis so it's not like he did it on no money
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2021 14:33:51 GMT
That list spans most eras No arguments with any of the names but many more could be added, especially worldwide Stein and Clough were exceptional given the relative resources. That said Clough was responsible for signing the very first player in excess of £1 million pounds in Trevor Francis so it's not like he did it on no money True but the bulk of his squad weren't superstars. I would go for Stein as he was the first real tracksuit manager and given the tightness of Robert Kelly it was incredible what he did with those players. He basically revolutionised the British game. Interestingly, Ferguson cites him as his major influence. However, the likes of Shankley, Clough, Paisley were all great managers. It all depends on your era and how biased you are! |
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Post by doug61 on Jun 22, 2021 14:43:10 GMT
Does Jaap Stam come up? Bad decision getting rid of him, he let personalities get in the way of common sense.
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