Blackburn ‘off their heads’ for axing Allardyce

ALEX FERGUSON has branded the Blackburn owners as “off their heads” for getting rid of Sam Allardyce.

Blackburn ‘off their heads’ for axing Allardyce
Sat, 31 Dec, 2011 - 00:00
Simon Stone

Manchester United entertain Rovers at Old Trafford today knowing victory will see them end 2011 at the Premier League summit, whilst at the same time consigning their opponents to the foot of the table.

It hardly seems credible that just 14 months ago, Blackburn were safe in mid-table, even if they were about to suffer a 7-1 mauling at United’s hands.

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