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Pioneer Female Football Photographer's Untold Stories
2 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Began football photography in 1986, becoming the Premier League's first female photographer.
- Had close ties to Manchester United through family and Sir Alex Ferguson.
- Recounts an unlikely story of rescuing a cat from the club's training ground.
Magi Haroun's journey into football photography began in 1986, a path that would see her break barriers as the Premier League's first female photographer in the 1990s. Her upbringing was steeped in Manchester United, with her uncle serving as chairman and a strong relationship with manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Haroun discusses the challenges and triumphs of carving out a career in a field dominated by men. Her candid conversation reveals not only professional milestones but also a memorable and unusual incident: the rescue of a cat from Manchester United's training complex.
This unique perspective is part of Sporting Witness, a series dedicated to bringing sporting history to life through the eyes of those who were there. It explores memorable victories, agonizing defeats, and the individuals who shaped sports lore.
