Alan Pardew has revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson refused to speak to him for over a year after Newcastle embarrassed Manchester United in a Premier League match.
Newcastle finished fifth under Pardew during the 2011/12 season as they qualified for the Europa League, with a 3-0 win over United one of the standout moments of the campaign.
Goals from Demba Ba, Yohan Cabaye and a Phil Jones own goal secured a famous win for the Magpies, but resulted in a furious response from Ferguson.
The legendary manager had regularly been in contact with Pardew throughout the season, but soon gave him the silent treatment after his side were humbled at St James' Park. "You suddenly beat Man United 3-0, and I am shaking hands with Fergie on the sideline,"
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