Wayne Rooney Shines in Legends Match as Manchester United Raises £1 Million

Posted : 09 September 2024

Wayne Rooney, despite retiring from professional football three and a half years ago, showcased his enduring talent during a legends match at Old Trafford on Saturday. The 38-year-old Englishman, revered as Manchester United’s all-time top scorer, gave the United legends the lead against Celtic legends with a stunning free-kick in the 41st minute, curling the ball into the top right corner.

Although Celtic eventually triumphed on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regulation time, Rooney's performance sparked admiration among Red Devils fans, who took to social media to express their appreciation and criticize the current squad.

The reaction from fans was overwhelmingly positive towards Rooney, with many comparing his current form favorably against present-day players. One fan, Sayed Hamza, commented on X, “The current Rooney is still better than most of our current players.” Another user, Jake Davies, lamented the absence of players like Rooney and Michael Carrick in the current squad, stating, “What would I do to have players like Rooney and Carrick in the current team.

Both are abundant with absolute class.” There were also calls for the current manager, Erik ten Hag, to consider signing Rooney, while others suggested that Rooney could impart his goal-scoring wisdom to Marcus Rashford, who has faced criticism for his recent performances.

Rashford, once a standout performer with an impressive tally of 30 goals in the 2022/23 season, has struggled to maintain his form, contributing to United’s disappointing finish of eighth place in the Premier League last season.

The team’s poor start to the current season, with two defeats in the first three games, has intensified the scrutiny on Rashford and the squad’s overall performance. Rooney's enduring skill and charisma have starkly contrasted with the recent struggles of current United players.

The legends match also had a charitable impact, raising £1 million for the Manchester United Foundation. Rooney expressed his delight at participating in the event, saying, "It was special to be back at Old Trafford today for a fairytale game, all for such a good cause. It was great to play here again." He emphasized the importance of continuing support for the foundation, which has been dedicated to bringing joy to children.

Rooney’s illustrious career at United, where he made 559 appearances and scored a record 253 goals, remains a significant part of the club’s history. Since retiring, he has embarked on a coaching career with Plymouth Argyle, though it has yet to achieve notable success.

Wayne Rooney Shines in Legends Match as Manchester United Raises £1 Million

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