The dejection at the final whistle for Sir Alex Ferguson was there for all to see at the end of the game after Man United were held by Newcastle United at Old Trafford. Ferguson’s bitter history with Newcastle is well documented with the Scot accused of winding up Kevin Keegan in 1996 when United were on the brink of the title - a moment that led to the “I would love it” rant by the Messiah.
Fergie was on hand to present Ronaldo with an award for his 700th career goal which came at Everton last week. Given Man United could have done this on Thursday against Omonia it felt like Fergie’s presence was part of the ploy for the home side on the day.
The ex-Scotland boss was booed by Newcastle fans but thankfully from a Toon point of view his attempts to rouse the Stratford End didn’t pay off. If Sir Alex feels the need to get involved on a match day Newcastle must be doing something right!
