In England, its a rare thing to see a player smoking but, all in all, I prefer that to an alcoholic. The relationship with alcohol is a real problem in English football and, in the short term, its much more harmful to a sportsman. It weakens the body, which becomes more susceptible to injury. – Alex Ferguson
Football management is such a pressurised thing – horseracing is a release. Im also learning to play the piano – Im quite determined – its another release from the pressure of my job. – Alex Ferguson