Wayne Rooney Celebrates Incredible Free-Kick for Manchester United Legends
Saturday, 7 September 2024, 18:00
Wayne Rooney Makes a Comeback
In a thrilling match between Manchester United FC Legends and Celtic FC, Wayne Rooney rolled back the years with an incredible free-kick, proving he's still got it at 38. The event raised over £1 million for charity and was filled with nostalgia and excitement.
Match Highlights
- Wayne Rooney opened the scoring in the 42nd minute with a breathtaking free-kick.
- The game ended 1-1 after 90 minutes, with Gary Hooper equalizing for Celtic.
- Rooney joked about his fitness after scoring, saying, 'It’s just the running part!' to MUTV.
- The match ended with Manchester United Legends losing 5-4 on penalties.
Rooney's Impact
Rooney, who also manages Plymouth Argyle, shared his excitement about being back on the pitch. 'It’s always great to see the team-mates you played with,' he remarked, highlighting the importance of such events for charity.
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