Twitter reaction to Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement

Sir Alex Ferguson announced his retirement from the game today, which shocked the entire footballing world. During his 26 years at Old Trafford, the Scot won 13 Premier League titles, 5 FA Cups, 4 League Cups, 10 Community Shields, 2 UEFA Champions League, 1 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup, 1 UEFA Super Cup, 1 Intercontinental Cup and 1 FIFA Club World Cup.

Below are the tweets, in reaction to Fergie’s announcement.

Sir Alex, one of the best managers of all time. After 26 years of success in the game, we all owe him a tribute.

— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) May 8, 2013

Once the final whistle IS blown on Sir Alex’s career I have no doubt that at least 7 more seasons will be added to his tenure #FergieTime — Joe Morrison (@joefooty) May 8, 2013

Having known SAF for the past 20 yrs or so, from what he’s always said, it will make no sense if he retired now. #SAFmustSTAY — Peter Schmeichel (@Pschmeichel1) May 8, 2013

26 years.38 trophies.Sir Alex Ferguson#GreatestEver.#Legend

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) May 8, 2013

Enjoy your retirement Sir Alex Ferguson… A True Great#LEGENDA One off never to be seen again..!!! #EndOfanEra #MUFC

— michael gray (@mickygray33) May 8, 2013

Just woke to see the news on Sir Alex… What he’s done at Man Utd has been nothing less than extraordinary! #Legend #G.O.A.T — Wayne Routledge (@WayneRoutledge) May 8, 2013

Sir Alex Ferguson will bow out after WBA game on 19th May and join football club board: bit.ly/YECGub. #thankyousiralex

— ManUtd_PressOffice (@ManUtd_PO) May 8, 2013

#sir Alex ferguson one of the all time greats no nonsense genuine bloke enjoy your retirement sir well deserved

— Carlton Palmer (@carltonpalmer3) May 8, 2013

so one of the greatest in sport retires; not just in england, not just in football…#siralexferguson

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 8, 2013

Just heard Sir Alex Ferguson is retiring at end of season. His achievements in the game place him without doubt as one of the‘greats’.

— Joseph S Blatter (@SeppBlatter) May 8, 2013

#Salute to Sir Alex Ferguson definitely the greatest premier league managerthe countries ever seen. Correction greatest football mgr ever.

— Shaun W-Phillips (@swp29) May 8, 2013

Sir Alex Ferguson’s achievement at #MUFC has been exceptional. Hopefully his retirement will make life a little easier for my team #AVFC

— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) May 8, 2013

2001-2006, 219 games,150 goals under the most successful manager in football history. It was a unique privilege. #SAF twitter.com/RvN1776/status…

— Ruud van Nistelrooy (@RvN1776) May 8, 2013

Dons wish Sir Alex well in his retirement afc.co.uk/articles/20130…

— Aberdeen FC (@AberdeenFC) May 8, 2013

Everyone at #WHUFC would like to wish Sir Alex Ferguson a very happy retirement following 26 successful years as Manchester United manager

— West Ham United FC (@whufc_official) May 8, 2013

It’s just not sinking in! Manchester United with no Sir Alex just doesn’t feel right. What a man and great that it has ended on his terms.

— michael owen (@themichaelowen) May 8, 2013

Sir Alex why are you retiring? I could understand it if you were old. Good luck in your future endeavours.

— David Gold (@DavidGoldWHU) May 8, 2013

Thanks for everything, Boss. twitter.com/Cristiano/stat…

— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) May 8, 2013

Wow S A Ferguson leaving. Hope is health ok. He is the most powerful man i ever met in my life after my dad. Huge respect for Football God.

— louis saha (@louissaha08) May 8, 2013

Sir Alex. A legend and one of the greatest managers ever. Good luck in your retirement. #respect

— Michael Essien (@MichaelEssien) May 8, 2013

Was coming for some time now but still a shock that hasn’t sunk in yet!! Great manager and remarkable person! #Manutd #greatestmanager

— Edwin van der Sar (@vdsar1970) May 8, 2013

A great career fighting for the team! Admirable #SirFerguson. Good luck in your new way.

— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) May 8, 2013

Stand up, put your hands together and give him a big round of applause! Sir Alex Ferguson is retiring. Congrats for an amazing career!

— Radamel Falcao (@FALCAO) May 8, 2013

26 years, 13 league titles, 2 Champions Leagues, the Cup Winners’ Cup, 5 FA Cups, 4 League Cups… Legend! twitter.com/3gerardpique/s…

— Gerard Piqué (@3gerardpique) May 8, 2013

Sad day for football.The Great Man RETIRES. One of the GREATEST managers ever.SAF is 1 of the most infuential people that I have met #KING

— Tim Cahill (@Tim_Cahill) May 8, 2013

The bosses work ethic, his desire to win + to make us better players were unrivalled. Thanks boss.

— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) May 8, 2013

Sir Alex, you were my idol for a coach, and you are an example for all future generations.

— Pelé (@Pele) May 9, 2013