BBC Sport and BBC Scotland have announced the production of "Sporting Giants: Sir Alex Ferguson," a two-part documentary that delves into the life and career of the legendary former Aberdeen and Manchester United manager. The documentary, set to air in early 2025, will be accompanied by a podcast series that further explores his impact on football.
The documentary promises to provide an intimate look at Sir Alex Ferguson's life both on and off the field. It features first-hand accounts from numerous former players, adversaries, colleagues, and friends who worked closely with him during his illustrious career.
Notable contributors include Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Gordon Strachan, and Sir Kenny Dalglish. These key figures share their unique insights into what made Ferguson one of football's most respected figures.
Exploring his early years at Manchester United
The first part of the documentary focuses on his early years at Manchester United. Contributors such as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Andy Cole, Dwight Yorke, Nicky Butt, Jaap Stam and Denis Irwin shed light on this pivotal period in his career.
Alex Kay-Jelski, BBC director of Sport, said:
“There are few more pivotal people in the history of British sport than Sir Alex Ferguson. So it is a honour for us to tell his story. Featuring behind-the-scenes footage, entertaining dressing room anecdotes and fascinating insight from his former players, assistant managers and coaches, as well as journalists who have followed his incomparable career every step of the way, this documentary digs deep into the character traits that explain how and why the son of a Scottish shipbuilder became one of the most influential figures in football. This is BBC Sport at its finest and we hope you enjoy it.”
This segment is expected to delve deep into how he built up Manchester United from its roots to become one of the most successful clubs in English football history.
The second part looks at the post-1999 period with contributions from Nemanja Vidic, Michael Carrick Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand among others. This era marked significant changes for both Ferguson himself as well as for Manchester United.
Complementary Podcast series
In addition to the two-part documentary series "Sporting Giants: Sir Alex Ferguson", there will also be a podcast series presented by Kelly Cates and Jonathan Northcroft which includes a special episode featuring Dalglish discussing his rivalry and friendship with Ferguson. This podcast series will provide additional context and insights into the life of Sir Alex Ferguson, making it a must-listen for sports fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike.
BBC Scotland is set to air the documentary on 1st and 2nd January. BBC1 will also broadcast it later in 2025, providing ample opportunities for viewers to catch this insightful look into one of football's most influential figures.
"Sporting Giants: Sir Alex Ferguson" promises to be an engaging exploration of the man behind Manchester United's success. Whether you're a die-hard football fan or interested in sports betting, this documentary offers a unique perspective on one of the sport's most iconic figures.
