Hero’s welcome: Sir Alex Ferguson returns to the Old Trafford stands for his first match since having emergency brain surgery in May MARTIN RICKETTNearly five months after his last appearance at Old Trafford, Sir Alex Ferguson was back at the Manchester United stadium today to receive a hero’s welcome as he continues his recovery from a brain haemorrhage. Ferguson was there to see the club he managed for 27 years draw 1-1 with Wolves. As he made his way to his seat before kick-off, the stadium announcer described him as “truly one of our own”. Before he could take his seat Ferguson was given a standing ovation by the crowd. Ferguson arriving at the ground GETTYUnited manager Jose Mourinho said: “It is fantastic news for everyone, not just for the Manchester United family,…

Source: The Times September 22, 2018 14:31 UTC