Published 13:25 IST, April 20th 2020
Wayne Rooney has his say in Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has opened up on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate, choosing the Barcelona star over the Juventus winger.
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Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has opened up on Lionel Messi vs Cristia Ronaldo debate, choosing former over latter. two arch-rivals have been on top of ir game for more than a decade with Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry being unparalleled in contemporary football.
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Messi vs Ronaldo debate: Wayne Rooney picks Barcelona captain
Former Man United midfielder Wayne Rooney has claimed that Barcelona star Lionel Messi is best player in world, ahead of his former teammate and Juventus superstar Cristia Ronaldo. Rooney was asked on his choice between two sporting greats. Derby County star stated that despite his friendship with Ronaldo, he will choose Barcelona captain.
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Messi vs Ronaldo debate: Cristia Ronaldo killer inside box, says Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney described Cristia Ronaldo as a killer inside penalty box. However, Lionel Messi tortures his opponents before he kills m, said 34-year-old. former England international’s statement has raised eyebrows considering fact that he and Ronaldo formed a formidable duo at Man United, winning three consecutive Premier League titles along with a Champions League victory in 2008.
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Messi vs Ronaldo debate: Duo's records unbelievable, says Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney asserted that when he watches Lionel Messi play, it seems visible that he is having fun on field. He, however, lauded duo for having changed game in its entirety in past decade, while also appreciating ir extraordinary goalscoring numbers. 2008 Champions League winner feels that ir records are unlikely to be matched in coming years.
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Wayne Rooney MLS career
Wayne Rooney MLS career began with his move to DC United in 2018. former Man United star signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with MLS side. Within 14 months of his contract, Rooney agreed to return to England with EFL Championship side Derby County as a player cum coach.
13:25 IST, April 20th 2020