Published 17:43 IST, November 25th 2019
Sir Alex Ferguson and Ed Woodward get into a heated argument during United's PL match
#WoodwardOut was trending all over Twitter as fans were furious on the executive vice-president for his behaviour towards Sir Alex Ferguson. Read more.
Manchester United were up against newly promoted-side Sheffield United in their Premier League 2019-20 Matchday 13 clash. Sheffield United, who are experiencing a very bright season currently, scored the first two goals of the match. Manchester United and Ole Gunnar Solskjær were in for a shock as John Fleck (19') and Lys Mousset (52') gave the hosts a two-goal lead in the game. However, Manchester United shifted the flow of the match with Brandon Williams (72'), Mason Greenwood (77') and Marcus Rashford (79') scoring three goals in seven minutes to hand 'Red Devils' the lead. The match took its last turn when Oli McBurnie spoiled Manchester United's party with a late 90' minute equalizer.
Manchester United's legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson was spotted in the crowd along with David Gill and Manchester United's executive vice-president Ed Woodward. Apparently, Sir Alex Ferguson and Woodward got into a heated argument during the 3-3 draw between Manchester United and Sheffield United. To back this claim, there were several images circulated on the internet which hinted that the two had an argument between the match.
In the pictures, Ed Woodward appears to be shouting and pointing out something to Manchester United's most respected. It's difficult to make out what really happened by seeing the pictures. However, some Manchester United fans were taking none of it. #WoodwardOut was trending all over Twitter as fans were furious on the executive vice-president for his behaviour towards Sir Alex Ferguson.
Manchester United tweets after the pictures went viral:
Updated 19:56 IST, November 25th 2019