Sir Alex Ferguson: I didn't mean to insult Newcastle fans with 'wee club in the North East' jibe

06 January 2013 10:18
Ferguson caused outrage among the Toon Army when he described Newcastle as a "wee club in the North East" during his recent spat with Alan Pardew. But he told the Mail on Sunday: "It was never my intention to belittle Newcastle fans. "I want to clear up any misunderstanding that may have arisen over what I said. I have nothing but the highest regard for Newcastle fans and I always have had. "They are up there with the best supporters in the game. "Their passion, commitment and fervour have never wavered, even though they have had little to celebrate.

Source: telegraph