Britain is all set for a coronation, but 10 years ago this weekend the country was gripped by talk of an abdication.
It was the story that rocked football. The bombshell news that changed the Premier League landscape forever. Sir Alex Ferguson's decision to step down as Manchester United manager at the age of 71 after 26-and-a-half-years at Old Trafford, his 13th league title and a total of 38 trophies.
The club made the announcement on May 8, 2013 but only after a night of fevered speculation as David Moyes was heavily backed by the bookmakers to succeed the legendary United boss.