Joe Brolly took to Twitter yesterday to express his ire at those he believed were being overly emotional at the announcement of Alex Ferguson's retirement.
The melodramatic reaction to Alex Ferguson's retirement is reminiscent of the public response to Lady Di's death.
— Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) May 8, 2013
A man just said on Radio 5 " Sir Alex even showed respect to the ground staff". Do the other managers beat them with a whip?
— Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) May 8, 2013
Everyone is 'gutted', 'heartbroken', 'stunned' or 'shocked' at the incredible news that a 71 year old man has retired.
— Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) May 8, 2013
To those tweeting "Thank you Sir Alex" as though you shared some heroic adventure, it is worth remembering he is a complete stranger
— Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) May 8, 2013
These dung spreading events are becoming more regular. Sane people lose perspective, using the language of bereavement & exaggerating wildly
— Joe Brolly (@JoeBrolly1993) May 8, 2013
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