List of Manchester United F.C. managers

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Early Years (1878-1945)

Manchester United F.C., initially known as Newton Heath LYR Football Club, was founded in 1878. The club's first recorded manager was A.H. Albut, who took the helm in 1892 and guided the club until 1900 1(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

An old black and white photograph of a football team from the late 19th century.
An old black and white photograph of a football team from the late 19th century.

Ernest Mangnall (1903-1912)

Ernest Mangnall was the first manager to bring significant success to the club. Under his management, Manchester United won their first Football League title in 1908, followed by the FA Cup in 1909 and another league title in 1911 2(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

Interwar Period (1912-1945)

During the interwar period, the club had several managers, including John Chapman, Herbert Bamlett, and Walter Crickmer. This period was marked by financial struggles and inconsistent performances on the pitch 3(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

A black and white photograph of a football match from the interwar period.
A black and white photograph of a football match from the interwar period.

Matt Busby Era (1945-1969)

Sir Matt Busby's tenure as manager marked a golden era for Manchester United. Busby's reign saw the club win five league titles, two FA Cups, and the European Cup in 1968, the first English club to do so 4(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

A black and white photograph of a football team celebrating a victory.
A black and white photograph of a football team celebrating a victory.

Post-Busby Years (1969-1986)

The post-Busby years were marked by a decline in the club's fortunes, with several managers, including Frank O'Farrell, Tommy Docherty, Dave Sexton, and Ron Atkinson, unable to replicate Busby's success 5(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

A black and white photograph of a football team looking dejected.
A black and white photograph of a football team looking dejected.

Alex Ferguson Era (1986-2013)

Sir Alex Ferguson's 27-year tenure as manager is the most successful in the club's history. Under Ferguson, Manchester United won 13 Premier League titles, 5 FA Cups, 4 League Cups, and 2 UEFA Champions League titles 6(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

A photograph of a football team celebrating a victory with a trophy.
A photograph of a football team celebrating a victory with a trophy.

Post-Ferguson Era (2013-present)

The post-Ferguson era has seen several managerial changes, with David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, José Mourinho, and Ole Gunnar Solskjær all having stints as manager. The club has won several trophies during this period, including the FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Europa League 7(https://www.manutd.com/en/history/managers).

A photograph of a football team celebrating a victory with a trophy.
A photograph of a football team celebrating a victory with a trophy.

See Also

References

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