When Manchester United were embarrassed 5-1 in the Maine Road derby 37 years ago this month, Sir Alex Ferguson retreated to his home in Cheshire, went straight to bed and hid under a pillow.
Saturday, 12 September 2026 11:00
When Manchester United were embarrassed 5-1 in the Maine Road derby 37 years ago this month, Sir Alex Ferguson retreated to his home in Cheshire, went straight to bed and hid under a pillow.
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