Sir Alex Ferguson, 82, looks in good spirits as Man Utd legend hugs Team GB gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson
LEGENDARY Man Utd boss was all smiles at Old Trafford on Sunday – despite a disaster out on the pitch.
The former Red Devils manager, 82, was snapped alongside Olympic gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson following United’s 3-0 loss to Spurs.
Ferguson remains a regular at United games despite his recent health concerns.
He posed for a snap alongside Team GB’s golden girl and United fan Hodgkinson.
She was given a hero’s welcome as the 800m champion showed off her gold medal prior to kick-off at Old Trafford.
The 22-year-old was presented with a framed Man Utd shirt before heading off on a lap of honour.
But she left disappointed as Erik ten Hag’s men fell to a calamitous defeat.
Despite the result, Hodgkinson and Sir Alex were all smiles as they linked up after the game in the VIP area.
The pair shared a hug as the Atherton native documented her day out to her 521,000 Instagram followers.
Hodgkinson wrote: “Thank you for a warm welcome yesterday @manchesterunited.
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“It was an honour to meet the man of the hour, in the theatre of dreams, supporting the best team in the world.”
One fan responded to the snap: “They were just happy to see a winner Keely!”
While a second joked: “At the game yesterday, you were the highlight…..”
And a third laughed: “Can you play up front for us?”
Hodgkinson jetted straight off on holiday following her heroics in Paris last month.
Man Utd ratings vs Tottenham
MANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.
Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.
After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.
However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.
And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.
Andre Onana – 5
Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.
Noussair Mazraoui – 5
First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.
Matthijs de Ligt – 4
Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.
Lisandro Martinez – 5
Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.
Diogo Dalot – 5
Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.
Manuel Ugarte – 5
Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.
Kobbie Mainoo – 5
Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.
Marcus Rashford – 5
Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.
Bruno Fernandes – 4
Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.
Alejandro Garnacho – 6
Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.
Joshua Zirkzee – 5
Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.
Subs:
Mount (for Mainoo 45) 5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5.
She was spotted enjoying a well-earned rest in Marbella, sunning herself on a luxury yacht.
The 22-year-old also revealed her mum was a diehard United fan.
Hodgkinson revealed: “My mum has had a Manchester United season ticket since she was 19.
“Her name is on the seats at Old Trafford. She is more of a diehard fan than me.”