BBC Documentary Explores Sir Alex Ferguson's Career

The BBC is set to launch a two-part documentary titled 'Sir Alex,' celebrating the life and career of former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, on Boxing Day on BBC iPlayer, with subsequent airings on BBC Scotland on January 1 and 2, 2025. Featuring first-hand accounts from notable players such as Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, and Sir Kenny Dalglish, the documentary will explore Ferguson's journey from his humble beginnings to becoming the most decorated manager in British history. It highlights his achievements at both Aberdeen and Manchester United, where he secured numerous titles, including 13 Premier League championships and two Champions League trophies. Accompanying the documentary is a six-part podcast series, 'Sporting Giants: Sir Alex Ferguson,' hosted by Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft, which will delve deeper into Ferguson's legacy and include a special episode on his rivalry with Dalglish. BBC director of sport, Alex Kay-Jelski, expressed pride in telling Ferguson's story, emphasizing his pivotal role in British sports history.