Beckham says Fergie strength revived his career

 

 

(AFP) - David Beckham hailed Alex Ferguson for helping get his career back on track after his infamous 1998 World Cup sending-off made him a hate figure in England.

In an interview with The Times newspaper, Beckham said the Manchester United manager was a tower of strength as he dealt with national vilification.

The comments came after Ferguson said Beckham had become fame-obsessed and thought he was bigger than his boss.

Beckham was sent off in England`s second round match against Argentina for kicking out at opponent Diego Simeone, in a game England went on to lose on penalties and go crashing out of the tournament.

The midfielder was demonised the following season with Beckham receiving death threats and being booed by away fans, while effigies were hung and torched.more..