rondwisan
16-06-2009, 08:17 PM
JIM RYAN and MIKE PHELAN (2001-2002)
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Steve McClaren’s defection to Middlesbrough in 2001 saw ex-players Jim Ryan and Mike Phelan fill the posts of assistant manager and first team coach respectively. “Jim Ryan’s experience, knowledge of the game and conscientiousness made him a marvelous stand-in,” wrote Sir Alex.
But the manager would soon try and find someone younger, someone with “fresher legs”, and so the appointment, albeit a successful one, was short-term.
CARLOS QUEIROZ (2002-2003, 2004-…)
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When Queiroz (first) became Sir Alex’s number two in June 2002, he arrived as a virtual unknown to most United fans. The Gaffer, however, had done his homework.
“I spoke to two or three players who had worked under him, and they said he was fantastic,” said Sir Alex. “Then I spoke to Luis Figo and a few other Portuguese players and they absolutely raved about him. Hiring Carlos was one of the best decisions I ever made.”
“Sir Alex Ferguson is very special,” says Queiroz. “His ability as a leader is unique; not only does he have a wonderful wisdom and experience in the game, but he also shows everyone that he believes in us.”
WALTER SMITH (2003-2004)
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In between Queiroz’s two stints at Old Trafford, toward the end of 2003/04 season, Sir Alex’s close friend Walter Smith joined him on a short-term contract. “There are few people in the game with his experience, knowledge and technical ability,” said Sir Alex of Smith, his assistant at the 1986 World Cup.
“There are few bigger challenges in football than helping a successful side sustain their achievements,” said Smith of his brief interlude with M16. “I have huge admiration for what Sir Alex has achieved at United and I was excited to be a part of it.”
original: Ve_eF
http://news.bbc.co.uk/media/images/38488000/jpg/_38488157_bench300.jpg
Steve McClaren’s defection to Middlesbrough in 2001 saw ex-players Jim Ryan and Mike Phelan fill the posts of assistant manager and first team coach respectively. “Jim Ryan’s experience, knowledge of the game and conscientiousness made him a marvelous stand-in,” wrote Sir Alex.
But the manager would soon try and find someone younger, someone with “fresher legs”, and so the appointment, albeit a successful one, was short-term.
CARLOS QUEIROZ (2002-2003, 2004-…)
http://m.gmgrd.co.uk/res/514.$plit/C_71_article_1008193_image_list_image_list_item_0_ image.jpg
When Queiroz (first) became Sir Alex’s number two in June 2002, he arrived as a virtual unknown to most United fans. The Gaffer, however, had done his homework.
“I spoke to two or three players who had worked under him, and they said he was fantastic,” said Sir Alex. “Then I spoke to Luis Figo and a few other Portuguese players and they absolutely raved about him. Hiring Carlos was one of the best decisions I ever made.”
“Sir Alex Ferguson is very special,” says Queiroz. “His ability as a leader is unique; not only does he have a wonderful wisdom and experience in the game, but he also shows everyone that he believes in us.”
WALTER SMITH (2003-2004)
http://img.thesun.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00159/fergie0304_159301a.jpg
In between Queiroz’s two stints at Old Trafford, toward the end of 2003/04 season, Sir Alex’s close friend Walter Smith joined him on a short-term contract. “There are few people in the game with his experience, knowledge and technical ability,” said Sir Alex of Smith, his assistant at the 1986 World Cup.
“There are few bigger challenges in football than helping a successful side sustain their achievements,” said Smith of his brief interlude with M16. “I have huge admiration for what Sir Alex has achieved at United and I was excited to be a part of it.”
original: Ve_eF