How many trophies did Sir Alex Ferguson win for Manchester United? A complete breakdown of major titles | Football News
Sir Alex Ferguson’s time at Manchester United was among the greatest managerial reigns in football history. He built the club into a global power, winning an astonishing 38 major trophies in 27 years.In this article, we will break down a list of major titles Manchester United won under Sir Alex Ferguson’s leadership.
Domestic dominance by Sir Alex Ferguson: Premier League and domestic cups won
Sir Ferguson had unprecedented success in English football during his tenure. He secured 13 Premier League titles, ranging from the league’s first in 1992–93 and his final one in 2012–13. This is a single feat that illustrates his utter dominance over English football. Ferguson also guided Manchester United to five FA Cups and four League Cups, highlighting his capacity to remain competitive across several competitions.Here’s a list of the major trophies Sir Alex Ferguson won with Manchester United:
- Premier League titles: 13 (1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1996–97, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13)
- FA Cups: 5 (1989–90, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99, 2003–04)
- League Cups: 4 (1991–92, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10)
- FA Community Shields: 10 (including one shared in 1990)
- UEFA Champions League: 2 (1998–99, 2007–08)
- UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup: 1 (1990–91)
- UEFA Super Cup: 1 (1991)
- Intercontinental Cup: 1 (1999)
- FIFA Club World Cup: 1 (2008)
These domestic successes laid the foundation for Ferguson’s legacy at Manchester United.
European and global triumphs
Ferguson also had considerable success on the European front. He was the boss of Manchester United for two Champions League titles, in 1999, where he also lifted the League Cup and FA Cup (becoming the first English club to win the treble), and in 2008. The club made history in 1999 when United became the first English team to win the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League in the same season, which is one of the rarest feats.Ferguson’s teams also won the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup and the UEFA Super Cup in the year 1991, the Intercontinental Cup in 1999, and the FIFA Club World Cup in 2008. It was these European triumphs that enabled Ferguson to cement his role as the club’s savior and a manager who could win the top trophies available in the game.
The top-class players Sir Alex Ferguson managed at Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson’s success was also built on the backs of numerous world-class players he nurtured and managed over the years at the club. Some of the iconic names include:
- Eric Cantona
- Ryan Giggs
- Paul Scholes
- David Beckham
- Roy Keane
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Wayne Rooney
Sir Alex Ferguson’s skill in nurturing stars with rising talent was critical to maintaining the club’s competitive edge over different football eras.Also Read: Supercomputer simulation reveals likely winner of Tottenham vs Manchester United Europa League finalSir Alex Ferguson is renowned as one of the best Manchester United managers of all time, and not many can argue against all the success he brought to the club. His feat of securing prolonged success both at home and abroad has cemented his legacy at the club and the game. His 38 major titles won at Manchester United are a testament to the kind of exceptional leadership and strategic vision whose likes have never been seen, at least not in recent football history.
