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This Saturday sees Premiership giants Chelsea and Manchester United contest the first FA Cup final at the new Wembley stadium; will it be Fergie or Jose lifting the cup.

A historical look at Sir Alex Ferguson's managerial career at Manchester United highlighting how time and patience helped to create the "Fergie Dynasty"

From the moment he made his debut for Manchester United it was easy to see why Sir Alex Ferguson gambled on Obertan.

Manchester United made it four wins in a row with a victory against Blackburn in the pouring rain. The 2 - 0 result takes Manchester United to 6th in the Premiership.

Increasingly controversial comments from both managers raise the pressure on both teams as they contest three competitions over the final few weeks of the season.

It's not hard to argue that a great manager can inspire a team to his level. Here's a look at the top 5 managers this year in the English Premier League.

Ten years ago his appointment was greeted by calls of "Arsene who?" Very few English fans had heard of him, even fewer knew of his pedigree. Yet after a decade of success

Barcelona were crowned as kings of Europe after defeating Manchester United 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League final in Rome.

Manchester United suffered elimination at the semi-final stage of the FA Cup as manager Sir Alex Ferguson fielded a virtual second-string side.

Avram Grant and Sir Alex Ferguson lead their men into the final fixture level on points, meaning an incredible climax at the summit of the Premier League table.

Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be a Real Madrid player by the end of June.

Manchester United travel to Anfield this Sunday in a game that may end Liverpool's title challenge.

After finishing second in a season of marked improvement and sensational results, Liverpool are keen to go one better and win their first league title since 1990.

Michael Owen will take a pay cut to join league champions Manchester United from relegated Newcastle United.

United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, cannot loose in signing Michael Owen on a two year deal.

The groups have been chosen for the 2009-2010 UEFA Champions League. Here is preview of Group B featuring Manchester United, Besiktas, CSK Moscow, and VfL Wolfsburg.

Sir Alex Ferguson starts his twenty third season with Manchester United looking to build on his record of success and make the Old Trafford club the best in the world.

Birmingham City and Sunderland have gained promotion from the Championship to the Premiership - the clubs have recovered from the disappointment of relegation last season

Carlos Queiroz replaces Luiz Felipe Scolari as the new manager of Portugal, having resigned as Assistant Manager at Manchester United to take up the appointment.

The fans want him to stay, the players want him to stay, Sir Alex wants him to stay so what is stopping United from securing the services of the work-horse striker?

Carlos Tevez has finally put pen to paper on a five-year deal to join Manchester City, having left rival Manchester United in June.

Chelsea's failure to beat Newcastle severely dents their challenge to retain the Premiership title.

Jose Mourinho seeks to overcome recent adversities at Chelsea and lead them to FA Cup Final success over Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United at Wembley.

Chelsea and Manchester United could meet in three competitions over the final weeks of the season - Premiership, FA Cup and possibly the Champions League Final.

With weakened sides Chelsea and Manchester United played out a scoreless draw at Stamford Bridge as they concentrated on their next meeting, the FA Cup Final at Wembley.

FIFA President, Sepp Blatter has supported Cristiano Ronaldo as he seeks to leave Manchester United to join Real Madrid, referring to the situation as football slavery.

In a disappointing game, a goal in extra time from Didier Drogba ensured Chelsea defeated Manchester United to win the first FA Cup Final at the new Wembley Stadium.

Another Premier League club faces takeover by a foreign investor. Hong Kong billionaire, Carson Yeung, has bought shares from Birmingham City's major shareholders.

The growing number of foreign and non-English managers in the Premier League is restricting the opportunities for England-born managers to experience top level management

The top four teams again contest the Premier League title race. Having seen off other challengers, Manchester United,Arsenal,Chelsea and Liverpool battle to be champions.

A solitary Carlos Tevez goal at Anfield was enough for Manchester United to continue their dominance over Liverpool.

Goals from Vidic, Rooney and Berbatov meant the crucial match at Old Trafford finished Manchester United 3 - 0 Chelsea.

Manchester United were crowned 'World Club Cup' champions after Wayne Rooney netted the only goal of the final in the 73rd minute.

Chelsea's failure to win at Arsenal leaves Manchester United as Champions of the Premiership. Former United captain Roy Keane manages Sunderland to promotion as Champions

Manchester United made a late comeback to take the advantage ahead of next week's Champions League semi-final second leg game in Italy.

Manchester United's great comeback win at Everton gives them control of the Premiership title race as Chelsea were held to a draw at home to Bolton.

The Community Shield at Wembley was won by Premier League Champions,Manchester United who defeated FA Cup winners,Portsmouth, on penalties after a scoreless draw.

Opposition has been expressed to Premier League proposals which would increase the league programme by one game to enable clubs to play that match at an overseas venue.

Avoiding Relegation from the English Premiership is worth millions of pounds to the six clubs involved - Watford, West Ham, Charlton, Sheffield United, Wigan and Fulham

Manchester United have set the summer transfer market in motion spending £47 million, and with foreign investment flooding into the Premiership, there's more to follow.

Steve McLaren, the England manager, had a mediocre playing career but was recognised as a top class coach while with Derby County, Manchester United and Middlesbrough.

Sunderland and Roy Keane won promotion to the Premiership as Champions. The former Manchester United captain followed the example of his old manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

The Champions League kicked off with some exciting matches. Here is a review of Group B's matches. CSKA Moscow at VfL Wolfsburg and Manchester United at Besiktas.

Manchester United are looking to maintain their solitary goal advantage over AC Milan as they strive to reach the Champions League Final in Athens in mid-May.

In a disappointing Manchester derby United win through a Ronaldo penalty and needing only one point, remain favourites to claim the Premiership title ahead of Chelsea.

After seven years the FA Cup Final returns to Wembley Stadium as Chelsea play Manchester United. Increased costs, legal wrangles and disputes have delayed the re-opening.

After Saturday's late goal from Michael Ballack gave Chelsea a crucial 2-1 win over Champions Manchester United, both sides have 81 points going into the last two games.

Man Utd play the first fixture of their South African tour on July 19 against Kaiser Chiefs amid speculation regarding staff and possible Premiership disciplinary action.

Manchester United played out a stale 0-0 draw at Old Trafford against Spanish club Villareal in the opening game of their 2008 Champions League campaign.

In the first all-English European Cup final in history, on 21 May 2008 we will witness either Chelsea or Manchester United crowned champions of Europe.