Alex Ferguson - Early Life and Playing Career

Early Life and Playing Career

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Sir Alex Ferguson's early life and playing career laid the foundation for his future success as a manager.

Birth

31 December 1941

Sir Alex Ferguson was born on 31 December 1941.

Top Goalscorer

1965-66

Ferguson was the top goalscorer in the Scottish league while playing for Dunfermline Athletic.

Marriage and Discrimination

1969

Ferguson married Cathy Holding, a Catholic, which he believed led to discrimination at Rangers, affecting his playing career.

End of Playing Career

1974

Ferguson finished his playing career at Ayr United.