To what extend do leaders play a role in shaping their subordinates?

A leader like Sir Alex Ferguson is no doubt an impeccable true leader. Before he took charge over Manchester United, the club was in a peril. Sir Alex Ferguson's planning and recruitment has reshaped his players into a very well refined players. From the start to the end, Fergie was always guiding, instructing, and advised them. This is what a true leader must emphasise on to keep a company, organisation or a club going.

Legend

Before retiring from his position, Sir Alex Ferguson led Manchester United to another glorious victory in the summit of the English Premier League. That was one of his best moments as he retired with a name in his throne.

The Manchester United crews and players

in the changing room after winning the Premier League 

Title. 

Ferguson was well respected by so many people that he was even knighted by the royals. A statue of Sir Alex Ferguson, made out of metallic bronze was also being displayed in the front gates of Old Trafford, Manchester United's home ground. 

Legend is born: Sir Alex Ferguson.

Controversies and Criticism

Below are a few lists of controversies Fergie was involved in with referees and players:

Players

Throughout Fergie's 29 years as a manager in Manchester United, the luminary icon was involved in many controversies with his own players and referees. He was involved in an argument with a former Manchester United player, David Beckham where Furious Fergie alleged kicked a football boot in his face. This happened over the assumption of Beckham's favour on the opposing team. 

Beckham's cut above his left eye after the football

boot struck his eyes.

Referees 

The above picture depicts how Fergie was punished by his transgressions. He was fined with a sum after his provoking insults towards the referees as he wasn't pleased with their executions on his players. The uncontrollable Fergie then 'stood-out' for his players and defended them. 

How could Fergie dealt with that situations differently?

It is evident that all managers will get out of control when they see no players were are at fault and the referee just flash out a card at them. Referees are there to control the game and to see that no rules were broken. They seek justice for the other team when the opposing team broke the rules. 

Ferguson must learn a way to curb his temper. What's done cannot be undone; whether or not a referee made a mistake, Ferguson must learn to accept reality. Sometimes the referee might make a mistake and might cause the other team a penalty kick. Times like these are crucial as a penalty kick are often an easy ticket to win a match. 

References: "Controversies of Sir Alex Ferguson" Beckham forgives Ferguson. 19th February 2003, 5th October 2013. BBC Sport. Web. 19th February 2003. <Beckham forgives Ferguson - BBC>