Manchester United legend Alex Ferguson has lost his wife Lady Cathy. She was 84.
News of the former Manchester United boss’ wife’s death filtered in on Friday afternoon. But she died on Thursday.
Ferguson and Lady Cathy met in 1964 when the Manchester United legend was 23. They married two years later and had three sons – Mark, Darren, and Jason.
Since the demise, tributes have been pouring in from the football community among others.
“Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy,” Ferguson’s former club said in a short statement.
“Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career.
“As a mark of respect, our players will wear black armbands during Saturday’s game against Brentford.”