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Sir Alex Ferguson opens new Salford City stadium as Manchester United legends Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Gary Neville watch on

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson opened Salford City's new stadium on Thursday.

The National League North club have unveiled a new 5,000 capacity ground, entitled the 'Peninsula Stadium'.

Salford are aiming to transform the Moor Lane ground as they gear up for potential promotion to the Football League.

Sir Alex Ferguson speaks during the unveiling of Salford City's new stadium
Sir Alex Ferguson speaks during the unveiling of Salford City's new stadium
The former Manchester United boss was joined by Salford owners Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs
The former Manchester United boss was joined by Salford owners Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs
Paul Scholes was also present as their former manager opened the new 5,000-capacity build
Paul Scholes was also present as their former manager opened the new 5,000-capacity build

They have revealed ambitious plans for the new build that will include a 600-capacity supporters' club.