Tony Ferguson picked up the signature win he’s been starving for, landing an unbelievable 187 significant strikes at altitude in Mexico City to secure a unanimous decision win over Rafael Dos Anjos, 48-47, 48-47, 48-47. Ferguson looked to be in trouble after five minutes as RDA was busting his leg up with some brutal leg kicks. But Ferguson turned up the volume in the second round and ended up outstriking RDA in every single round and finishing with an amazing 187-114 total strike advantage and all of those 187 were singificant strikes. Ferguson landed 47 percent of his total strikes thrown and now has extended his winning streak to nine in a row
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United look forward after Ferguson says goodbye
Robin van Persie said Manchester United were already looking to the future after Sir Alex Ferguson closed the book on his 26-and-a-half-year managerial tenure with an incredible 5-5 draw at West Bromwich Albion.The madcap game brought Ferguson's long, record-breaking reign to a breathless climax and meant United finished the season 11 points above Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.United will begin life under new manager David Moyes on 1 July and despite sadness at Ferguson's departure, Van Persie said he and his fellow players were already plotting their assault on next season's silverware."That's our standard for this team. This is a great team and, hopefully, we can go for even more trophies. I'm sure we
Ferguson: No more signings
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has declared that Alexander Buttner and Angelo Henriquez will be the last of the club's summer signings. GettyImagesSir Alex Ferguson has rounded off his summer business with the signings of Alex Buttner and Angelo Henriquez Henriquez, the 18-year-old Chilean striker, will finalise his move to Old Trafford over the next couple of days. He will link up with Shinji Kagawa, Nick Powell, Robin van Persie and Buttner, the Red Devils' other recruits this summer. "We definitely won't be buying anyone else," Ferguson said. "There is no movement about anyone going the other way." Meanwhile, Ferguson has lifted the lid on the details of, and history to, Henriquez's switch from Universidad de Chile. "Henriquez is on his way back to
Ferguson: Nani never in Ronaldo’s shadow
Sir Alex Ferguson says he never viewed Nani as being in the shadow of Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.GettyImagesNani wheels away in delightNani has often had to battle against comparisons with his more well-known international and former club team-mate. Even last term when he finished top of the Premier League assist charts in addition to grabbing nine goals, Nani found it impossible to force his way into Ferguson's Champions League final starting line-up.There were plenty of observers who felt the Portugal international would abandon the Red Devils this summer in an effort to avoid such disappointments in future. However, Nani remains within the United fold and at Wembley yesterday scored twice to help his side emerge victorious in their Community Shield tussle with rivals Manchester
Ferguson dodges David de Gea criticism
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was reluctant to criticise goalkeeper David de Gea following his performance in Sunday's Community Shield triumph.PA PhotosDavid de Gea looks dejected after conceding his second goal of the game at Wembley• United fightback stuns City• Community Shield gallery United mounted an impressive comeback to win 3-2 against their rivals Manchester City, who had taken the lead through a Joleon Lescott header, when De Gea was hesitant, and a long-range strike from Edin Dzeko that caught the Spanish shot-stopper off guard.Asked about Dezko's goal, Ferguson said: "Well it was bending a little bit ... it's difficult to say."The Red Devils rallied in the second half to claim victory as Chris Smalling diverted home and then Nani completed
Man Utd boss Alex Ferguson hails ‘special’ Paul Scholes
Scholes pulled the strings for Manchester United Sir Alex Ferguson paid tribute to Paul Scholes after the veteran masterminded Manchester United's 3-0 victory over Newcastle at Old Trafford.The 35-year-old provided the assists for the first and third goals as the Red Devils got their Premier League title challenge off to a winning start. "He's got a marvellous passing range and vision," said manager Ferguson. "Anyone who gets to that age and retains that appetite is blessed with
Alex Ferguson furious after Wayne Rooney bender!
Jock, Strop and one smokin' haridryer:WAYNE Rooney yesterday faced a ferocious "hairdryer" blast from Man United boss Sir Alex Ferguson. The Scot was fuming after Roo was snapped smoking during a bender until 5.30AM on Sunday. Dribbling ... Wayne wees on wall next to bottle bank NB Press Sir Alex was said to be "angry and disappointed" after viewing The Sun's snaps of Rooney's eight-hour bender. What a drag ... Wayne smokes outside club On town ... Coleen walks ahead as Wayne spreads arms