Scare at Old Trafford: Former Manchester United Boss Sir Alex Ferguson Taken to Hospital

Sir Alex Ferguson, the most decorated manager in Manchester United's history, was taken to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of the Premier League fixture between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The 84-year-old, who remains a regular presence at United's home and away fixtures, had been at the ground to witness the meeting of two of English football's fiercest rivals.

He was pictured with guests at the stadium a couple of hours before kick-off, before being subsequently taken by ambulance from Old Trafford to hospital.

Sources stressed it was a precautionary move and not an emergency situation, as reported by BBC. Sky Sports News further confirmed that Ferguson is conscious and has had precautionary checks carried out.

The Scotsman guided United through one of the most dominant eras in English football history during his 26 years in charge of the club, from 1986 until his retirement in 2013.

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In that time, he claimed 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League triumphs, accumulating 38 trophies in all with the Old Trafford club. He then served as an ambassador for United until 2025.

Ferguson's hospitalisation comes years after a serious health scare in 2018, when he suffered a brain haemorrhage that left him gravely ill. He later spoke about his recovery in detail three years after the incident.

Before his storied tenure at Old Trafford, Ferguson had already established himself as a formidable managerial force north of the border, winning three Scottish league titles and four Scottish Cups with Aberdeen.

He also managed St Mirren and the Scottish national team, taking charge of the latter at the 1986 FIFA World Cup.

As a player, Ferguson was a forward of considerable repute, finishing as the top goal-scorer in the Scottish Division One in the 1965/66 season.

(With inputs from ANI)