Darren Ferguson
Football manager and former player
Born
February 9th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Scotland
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Played as a midfielder primarily for Manchester United and Wrexham. Managed several clubs, including Peterborough United, where two promotions in five years were achieved. Also had tenures at other clubs including Doncaster Rovers and his role in football development in clubs within the English Football League.
Played for Manchester United
Managed Peterborough United to two promotions
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