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Sir Alex Ferguson attends the funeral of Mark Hughes' son

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Sir Alex Ferguson attends the funeral of Mark Hughes' son

Summary

Sir Alex Ferguson attended the funeral of Alex Hughes, son of former Manchester United player Mark Hughes, on July 7 at St Peter’s Church in Prestbury. Alex Hughes, aged 38, passed away unexpectedly on June 19. The service was attended by notable figures from Manchester United, including Bryan Robson and Ryan Giggs. Mark Hughes carried his son's coffin alongside family members, who provided emotional support and delivered eulogies. Ferguson's presence highlighted the strong connections within the football community during this difficult time.

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Key Details

•Mark Hughes' son, Alex, died at 38 years old.
•Alex Hughes worked in player analysis and recruitment.
•The funeral service took place on July 7, 2026.
•Ferguson and other Manchester United figures attended the service.
•Mark Hughes was supported by family during the ceremony.

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Last month, former Manchester United star Mark Hughes suffered the worst news a parent can hear: the death of his son Alex.Mark Hughes had two spells at Old Trafford, with his first between 1983 and 1...
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