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sports11 days ago•6 min saved

Roony rejects retrospective titles as City fight sanctions

Wayne Rooney has stated that Manchester United should not be awarded Premier League titles if Manchester City are stripped of them for breaching financial rules. City were found guilty of the majority of 115 charges by an independent panel, covering 2009-2018. While Rooney opposes retrospective title awards, he supports severe sanctions, including relegation and spending restrictions. City CEO Ferran Soriano indicated the legal battle could take years, and the club plans to appeal the verdict.

via BBC|

#financial-fair-play #manchester-city #manchester-united

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

Rooney says Maguire was unlucky to miss Tuchel's England World Cup squad

Wayne Rooney argues Harry Maguire was very unlucky to miss Thomas Tuchel's England World Cup squad, citing his form and recent recall after Euro 2024 injury. He notes Tuchel’s decision to pick Dan Burn over Maguire as a key call, backs Tuchel’s overall squad-building approach, and discusses how Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rogers, and Ivan Toney fit into the plan behind Harry Kane, with Toney’s recall adding goal-scoring options for the tournament.

via BBC|

#england-national-football-team #fifa-world-cup #harry-maguire

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Wenger Defends Arsenal’s Celebration After CL Semi Win Over Atlético

Arsène Wenger dismissed Wayne Rooney’s critique of Arsenal’s exuberant celebrations after a 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid, saying celebrating a place in the Champions League final is natural while also praising Arsenal’s defensive discipline that sealed the tie on aggregate.

via Sports Illustrated|

#arsenal #arsene-wenger #champions-league

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Tributes Pour in for Boxing Legend Ricky Hatton After His Passing

Wayne Rooney paid tribute to his friend and former boxing champion Ricky Hatton, who was found dead at 46, describing him as a beloved, relatable figure who captured the nation's heart and was a true gentleman.

via BBC|

#boxing #death #ricky-hatton

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Wayne Rooney Criticizes Tom Brady's Football Understanding and Work Ethic

Wayne Rooney responded to Tom Brady's comments in a documentary, criticizing Brady's understanding of football and defending his own managerial stint at Birmingham City, highlighting differences between football and NFL seasons and praising Birmingham's recent progress.

via The Guardian|

#birmingham-city #football #nfl

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Tom Brady Criticizes Wayne Rooney and Birmingham in New Docuseries

Tom Brady questions Wayne Rooney's work ethic during his tenure as Birmingham City manager in an Amazon series, criticizing the players and the club's management, which coincided with Birmingham's relegation and Rooney's short 83-day tenure as manager.

via BBC|

#amazon-documentary #birmingham-city #football-management

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Wayne Rooney Named Plymouth Argyle Head Coach

Wayne Rooney has been appointed as the new head coach of Plymouth Argyle, succeeding Ian Foster. Rooney, who was recently sacked by Birmingham City, aims to build an expansive and entertaining squad at Plymouth, which narrowly avoided relegation last season. Rooney's backroom staff will include Kevin Nancekivell, Simon Ireland, and Daryl Flahavan, with more additions expected. Plymouth's chairman and director of football expressed confidence in Rooney's vision and passion for the club's long-term project.

via The New York Times|

#championship #football-management #ian-foster

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Wayne Rooney to Become Plymouth Argyle Head Coach

Wayne Rooney has been appointed as the new head coach of Plymouth Argyle, succeeding Ian Foster. Rooney, who was recently sacked by Birmingham City, expressed excitement about the opportunity and aims to build a squad that plays expansive football. Plymouth finished 20th in the Championship last season, narrowly avoiding relegation. Rooney's backroom staff will include Kevin Nancekivell, Simon Ireland, and Daryl Flahavan, with further additions expected.

via The New York Times|

#championship #football-management #ian-foster

sports2 years ago•9 min saved

"Troy Lesesne: DC United's New Head Coach Ready for the Challenge"

Troy Lesesne, the new head coach of D.C. United, brings a different approach to the team after Wayne Rooney's tenure, emphasizing his 20 years of coaching experience at all levels. Lesesne aims to build a strong team and reconnect with the community, acknowledging the club's recent underachievement and expressing a commitment to bringing D.C. United back to a competitive level.

via MLSsoccer.com|

#coaching #dc-united #mls

sports2 years ago•7 min saved

Wayne Rooney's Short-Lived Birmingham Tenure: From Tactical Shifts to Property Ventures

Wayne Rooney was unexpectedly sacked as Birmingham City manager after just 15 games, despite being part of what was thought to be a long-term project. The team's performance under his leadership was poor, with only two wins, leading to a slide down the Championship table and fan discontent. Rooney's approach to change the team's playing style did not resonate with the players or produce the desired results. The club's new owners are now faced with the challenge of finding a replacement who can reconnect with the fans and improve the team's performance.

via The Athletic|

#birmingham-city #championship-league #football-management

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Wayne Rooney Takes Charge as Birmingham City Manager

Former Manchester United player Wayne Rooney has been appointed as the manager of Championship side Birmingham City on a three-and-a-half-year contract. Rooney, who recently left his role as D.C. United head coach, will be joined by former teammates Ashley Cole and John O'Shea on his coaching staff. Birmingham co-owner Tom Wagner expressed confidence in Rooney's ability to lead the team forward, citing his winning mentality and playing philosophy. Rooney previously managed Derby County in the Championship and will now take charge of Birmingham City, which is owned by NFL legend Tom Brady.

via ESPN|

#birmingham-city #championship #managerial-appointment

sports3 years ago•4 min saved

Wayne Rooney's Departure Marks a Turning Point for D.C. United

D.C. United and Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways after failing to make the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. Rooney's short-term contract as head coach was not extended due to the team's underwhelming performance. The club acknowledges the need for long-term solutions and will conduct a coaching search while also making front-office changes. United aims to build a culture that will lead to sustained success rather than temporary excitement.

via The Washington Post|

#coaching-search #dc-united #mls

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Lionel Messi's Return to Inter Miami Ends in Playoff Disappointment

Lionel Messi suffered his first defeat for Inter Miami as the team lost 1-0 to FC Cincinnati, ending their playoff hopes. Messi, who had missed the previous four games due to injury, returned to the field for 35 minutes but couldn't prevent Cincinnati from scoring. Meanwhile, Wayne Rooney has parted ways with D.C. United after a 2-0 victory over New York City FC, with both parties mutually agreeing to the decision. Rooney, who joined D.C. United as a player in 2018, served as the team's head coach for one season but failed to reach the MLS playoffs.

via CNN|

#dc-united #fc-cincinnati #inter-miami

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Wayne Rooney departs as D.C. United coach following playoff disappointment

Wayne Rooney has left his position as head coach of D.C. United after the team was eliminated from MLS playoff contention. Despite a 2-0 win in their final game, D.C. United cannot finish in the top nine places in the Eastern Conference. The decision to part ways with Rooney allows for a new philosophy and structure under a new General Manager. Rooney, a former player and captain of D.C. United, expressed his intention to return to England.

via ESPN|

#coaching #dc-united #mls

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Wayne Rooney and D.C. United Part Ways After Playoff Disappointment

D.C. United and Head Coach Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways, allowing the club to bring in a new philosophy and structure. Rooney, who joined D.C. United in 2018 as a player and later became the head coach, improved the team's performance but fell short of the 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs. D.C. United is one of the founding clubs of Major League Soccer and has won numerous domestic and international trophies.

via DC United|

#dc-united #head-coach #mls