Sir Alex Ferguson: Rivalries Put Aside As Fans Across The World Wish Legend Well

'The ultimate gentleman and person...'
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Football fans across the world have shared their well-wishes for Sir Alex Ferguson after he underwent emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage.

Sir Alex, 76, was rushed to hospital in Salford after being discovered collapsed at his home on Saturday morning.

The footy legend was last night said to be surrounded by family as he began a period of “intensive recovery”.

Good memories: Fans across the world have shared their thoughts on Sir Alex Ferguson this weekend as he recovers from brain surgery.
Good memories: Fans across the world have shared their thoughts on Sir Alex Ferguson this weekend as he recovers from brain surgery.
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Some of Manchester United’s fiercest supporters – and, putting allegiances aside, some of their biggest rivals – have shared touching messages of a man they idolise.

As rival clubs sent their support to “the boss”.

Everyone at Manchester City wishes Sir Alex Ferguson a full and speedy recovery after his surgery #footballfamily

— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 5, 2018

Our thoughts tonight are with Sir Alex.
Wishing you a speedy recovery from all at Turf Moor.

— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) May 5, 2018

Everyone at Everton Football Club wishes Sir Alex Ferguson a speedy and full recovery following his emergency surgery today.

— Everton (@Everton) May 5, 2018

We’re all thinking of you, Sir Alex. pic.twitter.com/2K14ZPKFMk

— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) May 5, 2018

Meanwhile “Inspiration”, “legend” and “role model” are some of the words used to describe Fergie in an outpouring of emotion from supporters on social media.

One United fan summed up her feelings in a powerful tweet.

Sir Alex Ferguson is respected not just by United but by almost all in the football world and beyond. He is the ultimate gentleman and person. He has influenced so many lives, myself included. With the fighting spirit this man has, he can overcome anything! I love you Boss 💛🙏 pic.twitter.com/TFljTRVIdX

— Hêlîn (@MUnitedGirl) May 5, 2018

Others also pointed to Sir Alex’s infamous ability to put up a good fight as they voiced their hopes he would pull through.

Nobody greater at comebacks/recovering. Here’s hoping and praying you make a full recovery/comeback from this one too.

Get well soon Sir Alex Ferguson.

There’s more to football than rivalry. #SirAlexFerguson pic.twitter.com/BPxoW6lkh5

— WBA Rainbow Stand ® (@TheRainbowStand) May 5, 2018

And fans of Man U’s biggest rivals put aside differences.

I know Utd are our main rivals but wishing Alex Ferguson a speedy recovery, as much as I hated him for what he achieved at Utd I’ve nothing but respect for his qualities as a manager, one of the games best managers ever👍

— John O Sullivan (@Corballyred) May 5, 2018

Neil Mullen shared a personal story of meeting the fiery Scot at the age of 10.

When i was 10 dad took us to Old Trafford to pick up tickets. Met Alex Ferguson, our new boss at the time, at K stand by his Jaguar. He spent 25 minutes talking to dad as i stood with my mouth wide open. & the next 25 years giving me the best days of my life. Get well soon gaffer

— neilmullen (@neilmullen07) May 5, 2018

And summing it all up in one well-worded tweet, another fan wrote of Fergie’s impact on the game.

Just woke up and checking for updates on Sir Alex Ferguson's condition.

No updates, just an endless list of tweets from the 4 corners of the world showing support and love.

Makes you realize how one man can inspire millions across the globe.

He'll pull through.#FergieTime

— Brown Knight (@br0wnknight) May 6, 2018
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