Under-fire Sir Alex Ferguson somehow avoided the sack after a 3-0 loss at Aston Villa… Ten Hag might not be so lucky

VILLA PARK could be the last-chance saloon for Erik ten Hag on Sunday — just as many felt it once was for Sir Alex Ferguson.

Back on Boxing Day 1989, Manchester United left on the end of a 3-0 hammering and Ferguson’s days as manager looked numbered.

Erik ten Hag is on the brink ahead of Man Utd’s trip to Aston VillaRex Sir Alex Ferguson almost met his end at Villa ParkAlamy GettyMan Utd kept faith with Fergie after the defeat, with the Scot going on to make history[/caption]

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