# Sir Alex Ferguson on brain haemorrhage and games that shaped his life

> Sir Alex Ferguson returns to Old Trafford after brain haemorrhage, sharing stories from his 38 trophies and Class of 92.
- Title: Sir Alex Ferguson on brain haemorrhage and games that shaped…
- Summary: Sir Alex Ferguson returns to Old Trafford after brain haemorrhage, sharing stories from his 38 trophies and Class of 92. Sir Alex Ferguson returned to watch…
- Keywords: sir alex ferguson, manchester united, class of 92, brain haemorrhage, premier league, champions league, fifa, football, scottish football, govan, st johnstone, paul ince
- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cvwyz0jx3znyo
- Published: 2026-10-02T05:25:13.632+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: sir alex ferguson, manchester united, class of 92, brain haemorrhage, premier league, champions league, fifa, football, scottish football, govan, st johnstone, paul ince
## Ferguson returns after brain surgery
Sir Alex Ferguson returned to Old Trafford four months after emergency brain surgery for a haemorrhage in May 2018.
## Ferguson receives standing ovation
Ferguson and his wife Cathy received a standing ovation when they took their seats in the directors' box before kick-off.
## Ferguson's voice recovery
Ferguson lost his voice after surgery but regained it through writing exercises with a therapist.
## Ferguson's book 'Games of My Life'
Ferguson's new book 'Games of My Life' details 21 defining matches from his playing and managerial career.
## Ferguson's early career
Ferguson grew up in Govan, Glasgow, developing confidence from his mother and drive from his father who worked in the Govan shipyards.
## Ferguson nearly quit football for Canada
Ferguson nearly quit football for Canada after a frustrating spell at St Johnstone, filling out forms and phoning his aunt.
## Ferguson's breakthrough performance
A 21-year-old Ferguson scored a hat-trick for St Johnstone against Rangers in 1963, reviving his career.
## Ferguson's managerial legacy
Ferguson won 38 trophies during 26 years managing Manchester United, including 13 Premier League titles.
## Paul Ince controversy
Ferguson considered selling Paul Ince to Inter Milan but received letters from fans warning against the move.

> Don't sell Incey to Inter - or you'll regret it
## Ferguson's youth development
Ferguson believed in young players, noting David Beckham thought he was trying to get rid of him after a loan move.
## Class of 92 impact
The Class of 92, including Ryan Giggs, David Beckham, Gary Neville and Paul Scholes, became Manchester United's core after Ferguson's leadership.
## Key takeaway

Sir Alex Ferguson returned to watch Manchester United after brain surgery, reflecting on key matches that shaped his career.