Source: Team_Talk
Wenger praises long-serving Fergie
Arsene Wenger feels Sir Alex Ferguson has shown "special qualities" to chalk up 700 Premier League games in charge of Manchester United.[LNB] The 68-year-old Scot - who took charge at Old Trafford in 1986 - is set to reach the landmark in the match at Everton.[LNB]Wenger's relationship with his old adversary has mellowed somewhat in recent years, the pair having more than the odd bust-up when Arsenal and United battled for domestic supremacy.[LNB]The Frenchman - now in his 14th season with the Gunners - has someway to go to catch Ferguson, with 527 Premier League games to date, and paid tribute to the United manager.[LNB]"It is dedication and it is a fantastic achievement," Wenger said.[LNB]"He deserves a lot of credit to show such consistency at the top level which needs special qualities and special dedication.[LNB]"That certainly means 700 sleepless nights before and 700 sleepless nights sometimes after the game!"[LNB]
