Sir Ferguson s witty words: If he can sign a Barcelona player, he will choose Mascherano

At the Wembley Stadium in 2011, Sir Ferguson's Manchester United was taught a cruel football class by Guardiola's cosmic Barcelona. Pedro, Messi and Villa's goals helped Barcelona win easily 3-1 and win the Champions League trophy. At the post-match press conference, the frustrated Ferguson faced a question that seemed extremely stupid to him.

The stupidest question

A reporter asked him: "Sir Ferguson, if the Manchester United boss gave you a blank check in the summer and allowed you to introduce any player from Barcelona tonight, who would you sign?"

Ferguson did not hide his disdain and responded directly:

"This is one of the stupidest questions I have ever heard in my life."

That must be Mascherano

After a brief pause, Ferguson gave an answer full of British sarcasm:

"That must be Javier Mascherano."

You must know that Messi that night was named the best in the game with a god-like performance. And Mascherano, this excellent midfielder, only played a cameo center back in that game. Ferguson cleverly avoided the obvious but heart-wrenching name with this outrageous answer, and also used his wisdom to fight back the reporter's question of sprinkling salt on his wounds.

This loss was the last time Ferguson entered the Champions League final in his coaching career. And this classic question and answer has also become a good story in the history of football. It shows a legendary coach who still remains smart, funny and proud even after the most painful defeat.