ALEX FERGUSON USA
· RMA
Leaders
TASK: In this interview Sir Alex Ferguson discusses leadership with an interviewer from an American sports channel. Listen to the first five minutes, and then answer the questions below. Notice the difference in accents!
1. Why does the presenter find it hard to say "Manchester United"? 2. Where did Alex Ferguson recently go to teach leadership? 3. How did people feel about his last year in charge at Manchester United?
4. Does he feel only the first team should get priority? 5. Why does he feel that consistency is important? 6. What was the problem with Brendan Rodgers style of leadership at Liverpool FC?
TASK: Make a note of any vocabulary or phrases you hear during the article. Discuss the meaning with your teacher or classmates.
DISCUSSION: Do you have a favourite sport and / or team? Can you think of any great sporting leaders or heroes from your country?