5 things you didn't know about Sir Alex Ferguson

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Sir Alex has left an unrivalled legacy in English football

#3 He was banned from the touchline 17 times

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The Scot often got involved with the officials

The Manchester United fans have missed a persona like Ferguson's at their club ever since his departure.

Sir Alex was a furious figure on the touchline who demanded the best not only from his players but also the match officials.

He often used to get involved with them which resulted in severe fines and bans for him. In total, the legendary manager was banned 17 times from the touchline.

FA had charged the former United boss on numerous occasions as he was a person who easily lost his temper in the technical area.

The man had some temperament.

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