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Sat 11 Nov 2002Ferguson sees red over criticismAlex Ferguson, not known for suffering his critics gladly, yesterday publicly faced Manchester United fans and was left in no doubt about the growing disillusionment over his side's thus far erratic season.Making a rare appearance at the club's annual general meeting, the manager became embroiled in a heated and deeply embarrassing exchange of words with Manchester United shareholders after having his judgment questioned.