Sir Alex Ferguson is believed to be on the mend after being taken to hospital following an illness at Old Trafford. The iconic former Manchester United manager had been present at the stadium before his former club's Premier League clash with Liverpool.
Precautionary Hospital Visit
Ferguson was taken to hospital as a precautionary measure after feeling unwell while at the ground. He was swiftly escorted from the stadium, but not before being spotted on social media greeting supporters and chatting with staff members. It is now understood that Ferguson is in good spirits and feeling considerably better.
When asked by the Press Association about Ferguson's condition, a source close to the legendary Scotsman said he was "okay". Initial assessments were carried out by on-site medical personnel in the tunnel area, where he first started feeling unwell. As a precaution, he was transferred to hospital.
Dramatic United Victory
Had Ferguson caught the match on television, he would have witnessed Michael Carrick's side clinch their place in next season's Champions League in dramatic fashion. United defeated Liverpool 3-2 in a pulsating encounter at Old Trafford.
Matheus Cunha put the Red Devils in front with a mishit half-volley that wrong-footed Liverpool goalkeeper Freddie Woodman. United then doubled their lead through a contentious effort from Benjamin Sesko, who bundled the ball home in a manner that appeared to involve his hand. With VAR unable to obtain a conclusive angle, the referee's decision stood.
Liverpool stormed back after the interval, hauling themselves level within 11 minutes of the restart. Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo punished some shoddy United defending to draw the scores level. However, it was Kobbie Mainoo who had the final say, guiding a magnificent half-volley from 18 yards into the net in the 77th minute to seal all three points.
Champions League Return
That stunning strike confirmed United's top-five finish and secured their return to Champions League football, ending a two-season absence from Europe's most prestigious club competition.
