Sir Alexander Chapman "Alex" Ferguson, CBE (born 31 December 1941 in Govan, Glasgow) is a Scottish football manager and former player, currently managing Manchester United F.C., where he has been in charge for over 1,000 matches. Considered to be one of the best managers in the game, he has won more trophies than any other manager in the history of English football. With 21 years under his belt, he is the second-longest serving manager in the history of Manchester United after Sir Matt Busby. He currently holds the Freedom of the City of Aberdeen, due to his services to the city.