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New memoir · October 8, 2026Sir Alex Ferguson Memoir: Games of My Life, What the Book Covers
Games of My Life is Sir Alex Ferguson’s memoir told through 21 matches that defined his life in football, from his Glasgow boyhood to the Manchester United dugout and beyond. Illustrated with photographs and memorabilia from his private archive, it reflects on rivalries, setbacks and leadership.
- Book: Games of My Life
- Author: Sir Alex Ferguson
- Published: October 8, 2026, Macmillan (Pan Macmillan)
- Themes: leadership, football, resilience
- Notable: An instant No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller.
What is Sir Alex Ferguson’s new book?
Games of My Life is Sir Alex Ferguson’s memoir told through 21 matches that defined his life in football, from his Glasgow boyhood to the Manchester United dugout and beyond. Illustrated with photographs and memorabilia from his private archive, it reflects on rivalries, setbacks and leadership.
About Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson is the Scottish football manager who led Manchester United for more than 26 years and is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers in the sport’s history.
What the book covers
- His working-class Glasgow upbringing and first schoolboy medal
- Defining matches from his playing and managing career
- His years in charge of Manchester United
- Rivalries, relationships and setbacks as lessons in leadership
- Photographs and memorabilia from his private archive
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Football fans, Manchester United supporters and anyone interested in leadership.
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What is Sir Alex Ferguson’s new book?
Sir Alex Ferguson’s new book is Games of My Life, a memoir published by Macmillan (Pan Macmillan), out October 8, 2026.
What is Games of My Life about?
Games of My Life is Sir Alex Ferguson’s memoir told through 21 matches that defined his life in football, from his Glasgow boyhood to the Manchester United dugout and beyond. Illustrated with photographs and memorabilia from his private archive, it reflects on rivalries, setbacks and leadership.
When was Games of My Life released?
Games of My Life by Sir Alex Ferguson was published by Macmillan (Pan Macmillan) on October 8, 2026.
Who is Sir Alex Ferguson?
Sir Alex Ferguson is the Scottish football manager who led Manchester United for more than 26 years and is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers in the sport’s history.
Where can I buy Games of My Life?
Games of My Life is available from major retailers including Amazon, Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble and Audible, and from local bookstores.
Can I write a memoir even if I’m not famous?
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