Episode 6: Always Look Forward
From Sporting Giants by BBC Radio 5 Live
January 30, 2025 · 34 min · Season 4 · Episode 7
About this episode
The episode discusses Ferguson's final season at Manchester United and his legacy in football management.
How did Ferguson rise to the challenge of Manchester City to bow out of United on a high? Key players Michael Carrick, Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand recall Ferguson’s final season as a Robin Van Persie-inspired United re-capture the league title from City. Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft assess where Fergie ranks among the pantheon of great football managers and whether his methods could still bring success today.
People in this episode
Hosts: Kelly Cates, Jonathan Northcroft
Guests: Michael Carrick, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand
Topics covered
- Ferguson
- Manchester United
- Premier League
- football management
- team dynamics
- legacy
Keywords
- Ferguson
- Manchester City
- Manchester United
- Premier League
- Robin Van Persie
- football managers
- team success
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Manchester City, United, Robin Van Persie
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