Wayne Rooney will be ready for Manchester United reunion – Derby boss Cocu
4 years, 11 months ago

Wayne Rooney will be ready for Manchester United reunion – Derby boss Cocu

The Hindu  

Phillip Cocu said Wayne Rooney will be ready for his reunion with former club Manchester United after Derby County earned a FA Cup tie against the Premier League giants. Derby captain and ex-United skipper Rooney, 34, converted a 77th-minute penalty as the Championship outfit defeated Northampton Town 4-2 in Tuesday's fourth-round replay. Rooney – who left United in 2017 having arrived from Everton in 2004 – can now look ahead to a Pride Park clash against United, where the superstar became the Red Devils' record scorer with 253 goals. Read: Rooney set for Man Utd reunion At Derby as a player-coach since January following a two-season stint with MLS side DC United, Rooney is relishing the FA Cup date, according to Dutch head coach Cocu.

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On this day in 2022: Wayne Rooney steps down as Derby boss
6 months, 2 weeks ago

On this day in 2022: Wayne Rooney steps down as Derby boss

The Independent  

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IAN LADYMAN: He was a fantastic footballer... but is Wayne Rooney a dud in the dugout?
1 year, 1 month ago

IAN LADYMAN: He was a fantastic footballer... but is Wayne Rooney a dud in the dugout?

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney's Birmingham have one point in five games since he took charge Standing in a car park after an interview at West Brom’s training ground some years ago, a goodbye with Darren Fletcher turned into a chat about the possibilities of football management. Rooney’s Birmingham have taken one point from five matches and are now 18th ahead of this …

Wayne Rooney confirms DC United exit after potential final MLS game with Man United legend to depart by mutual consent: 'It's the right time'
1 year, 3 months ago

Wayne Rooney confirms DC United exit after potential final MLS game with Man United legend to depart by mutual consent: 'It's the right time'

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney has announced he is leaving DC United upon the expiry of his contract with their MLS season all but over. Wayne Rooney has announced he is leaving DC United upon the expiry of his contract Rooney potentially took charge of his final DC game in their 2-0 victory over New York City D.C. United and Head Coach Wayne …

Rooney's DC United team-talks for MLS opener revealed - and he predicted his team WOULD come back
1 year, 10 months ago

Rooney's DC United team-talks for MLS opener revealed - and he predicted his team WOULD come back

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney backed his DC United side to come back from a potential deficit in their MLS opener, and his side proved him right with a thrilling stoppage-time victory vs. Toronto FC. New video from DC United shows Rooney's pregame and halftime team-talks, and the former Manchester United forward called on his side to show belief on Saturday against the …

Wayne Rooney 'wants to rescue ex-Man United team-mate Phil Jones and bring him to DC United'
2 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney 'wants to rescue ex-Man United team-mate Phil Jones and bring him to DC United'

Daily Mail  

DC United manager Wayne Rooney is considering a move for former Manchester United team-mate Phil Jones, according to reports. Wayne Rooney was recently appointed DC United manager after his departure from Derby Rooney is keen to bring former Manchester United team-mate Phil Jones to the United States As reported by The Sun, he is now giving a consideration to bringing …

Wayne Rooney excited for challenge as new DC United head coach
2 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney excited for challenge as new DC United head coach

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DC United stand 5-10 with two drawn on 17 points, sharing last overall in the 28-team league. “To come back to MLS, to DC United, was an exciting challenge for me and something which I feel can develop me as a coach, but also the team needs to improve,” Rooney said. “It’s going to take a lot of hard work …

Wayne Rooney transformed DC United as a player and is now back as the MLS side's coach
2 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney transformed DC United as a player and is now back as the MLS side's coach

Daily Mail  

As Wayne Rooney is unveiled as the new head coach of DC United, it's hard to escape the echoes of when he rode to the club's rescue four years ago. Wayne Rooney has become the coach of MLS side DC United - four years after he arrived at the Washington-based club as a player The former England captain touched down …

Wayne Rooney agrees to return to DC United as coach
2 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney agrees to return to DC United as coach

The Hindu  

Former Manchester United and England star Wayne Rooney has reached an agreement to coach Major League Soccer team DC United for which he played between 2018 and 2019, US media reported on Sunday. The team also failed to rebound after Losada’s departure and currently occupies the penultimate position in the Eastern Conference with just 17 points in 17 games. Led …

Wayne Rooney lined up for a shock return to DC United as new head coach just two years after leaving
2 years, 6 months ago

Wayne Rooney lined up for a shock return to DC United as new head coach just two years after leaving

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney is wanted by his former club DC United to become their new head coach. DC United are considering a reunion with Wayne Rooney as their new head coach The 54-year-old Ashton knows Rooney well as he was working as an assistant coach for DC when the former England record goalscorer played for them between 2018 and 2020. Rooney, …

On this day in 2018: Wayne Rooney leaves Everton to join MLS side DC United
2 years, 6 months ago

On this day in 2018: Wayne Rooney leaves Everton to join MLS side DC United

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former England striker Wayne Rooney left Everton to …

Wayne Rooney 'REJECTS chance to join Erik ten Hag at Manchester United
2 years, 8 months ago

Wayne Rooney 'REJECTS chance to join Erik ten Hag at Manchester United

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney turned down the chance to join Manchester United's coaching staff under new manager Erik ten Hag, according to reports. Ajax boss ten Hag was confirmed as the new manager at Old Trafford on Thursday, with his current assistant Mitchell van der Gaag and former England manager Steve McClaren in contention to join the new coaching team. Wayne Rooney …

Wayne Rooney on the ropes but vows fight as Derby manager
3 years, 3 months ago

Wayne Rooney on the ropes but vows fight as Derby manager

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney's managerial career has been rocky, but the Manchester United great says he's up for the fight. With 21, it’s almost impossible,” Rooney said of the prospect of relegation to England's third tier, League One. Rooney, the record scorer for England and United, criticized Derby owner Mel Morris for a lack of transparency regarding the club's financial condition. READ| …

Rooney vows to stay at Derby despite club entering administration
3 years, 3 months ago

Rooney vows to stay at Derby despite club entering administration

The Hindu  

Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he will not walk away from his role at the second-tier Championship club after it was handed a 12-point deduction for going into administration. The former Manchester United and England striker took interim charge of the club last November following the departure of Phillip Cocu before his permanent appointment two months later. Rooney, who …

Wayne Rooney ready to take on the toughest challenge of his career at Derby through administration
3 years, 3 months ago

Wayne Rooney ready to take on the toughest challenge of his career at Derby through administration

Daily Mail  

In times of crisis, people look for leadership. As Derby County head for administration and those responsible are nowhere to be seen, they need England's record goalscorer to guide them through one of the darkest moments in their history — and Wayne Rooney has made an impressive start to the toughest challenge of his career. Manager Wayne Rooney has said …

Wayne Rooney's Derby narrowly avoids relegation
3 years, 8 months ago

Wayne Rooney's Derby narrowly avoids relegation

The Hindu  

Derby manager Wayne Rooney kept a relegation off his resumé when his team came back to earn a vital point against Sheffield Wednesday in a season-ending 3-3 draw to stay in the English second division next season. Martyn Waghorn's 78th-minute equalizer from the penalty spot, however, and Cardiff's leveler in the 88th resulted in Derby staying in the Championship for …

Wayne Rooney Retires, Becomes Full-time Manager at Derby County
3 years, 11 months ago

Wayne Rooney Retires, Becomes Full-time Manager at Derby County

The Quint  

Rooney earned 120 caps for England and scored 53 goals. He surpassed Bobby Charlton as the highest goalscorer for the country when he scored his 50th international goal from a penalty in a Euro 2016 qualifying match against Switzerland in September 2015. Rooney retired from international football in August 2017 but returned on November 4, 2018 to play one final …

Wayne Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager
3 years, 11 months ago

Wayne Rooney ends playing career to become Derby manager

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney now has the Derby job on a permanent basis after England's record goal-scorer retired from playing and received a contract through 2023 to manage the second division team. “I can promise everyone involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the …

Wayne Rooney ready to hang up his boots if named Derby boss - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Wayne Rooney ready to hang up his boots if named Derby boss - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Derby County’s Wayne Rooney is prepared to call time on his playing career if asked to fill the position of manager left vacant following Phillip Cocu’s sacking, the former England captain said on Friday. Player-coach Rooney has been assisted by Liam Rosenior, Shay Given and Justin Walker following Dutchman Cocu’s departure this month and will take sole charge of the …

Rooney hopes Derby County's teenagers learn from MUN defeat
4 years, 10 months ago

Rooney hopes Derby County's teenagers learn from MUN defeat

The Hindu  

Player-coach Wayne Rooney hopes his teenage Derby County team-mates will benefit from the experience of playing against Manchester United in the FA Cup fifth round. Derby was soundly beaten 3-0 by United at Pride Park on Thursday, with Luke Shaw opening the scoring before Odion Ighalo's brace secured a quarterfinal trip to Norwich City. RELATED| However, the former United captain …

FA Cup: Manchester United ease past Wayne Rooney's Derby County to progress into quarter-finals
4 years, 10 months ago

FA Cup: Manchester United ease past Wayne Rooney's Derby County to progress into quarter-finals

Firstpost  

Derby: Odion Ighalo scored twice as Manchester United beat second tier Derby County 3-0 on Thursday to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals and leave their all-time top scorer Wayne Rooney on the losing side. United will travel to Norwich City in the last eight after the Premier League’s bottom club beat Tottenham Hotspur on penalties on Wednesday. Rooney, who joined …

Wayne Rooney tells Manchester United fans to show patience in quest to get back to the top
4 years, 10 months ago

Wayne Rooney tells Manchester United fans to show patience in quest to get back to the top

The Independent  

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Rooney: Man United needs two or three years to get back to the top
4 years, 10 months ago

Rooney: Man United needs two or three years to get back to the top

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney believes Manchester United needs "two or three years" to return to the top of English football as the former Red Devils captain highlighted the models of Liverpool and Manchester City. United is three points adrift of Chelsea, which occupies the fourth and final Champions League spot after 28 rounds, ahead of Sunday's derby against Manchester City at Old …

Cocu hoping Rooney's insider information can shock Man United
4 years, 10 months ago

Cocu hoping Rooney's insider information can shock Man United

The Hindu  

Derby boss Phillip Cocu believes Wayne Rooney's experience and insider knowledge will be “extremely important” when the clubs plays his former side Manchester United in the FA Cup fifth round. “Of course Wayne is very important, and maybe even more so in this game because he knows Manchester United like no-one else,” said Cocu. So yes, it will be extremely …

FA Cup: Derby County manager Phillip Cocu insists skipper Wayne Rooney will be ready for 'special' reunion with Manchester United
4 years, 11 months ago

FA Cup: Derby County manager Phillip Cocu insists skipper Wayne Rooney will be ready for 'special' reunion with Manchester United

Firstpost  

Wayne Rooney scored a penalty in Derby’s 4-2 victory over fourth-tier Northampton Town in Tuesday’s fourth-round replay to set up the meeting with United, where he spent 13 trophy-laden years and left as their record goalscorer. Derby County skipper Wayne Rooney will relish the “special” FA Cup reunion with Manchester United next month, manager Phillip Cocu has said. The 34-year-old …

FA Cup: Wayne Rooney set for a reunion with Manchester United
4 years, 11 months ago

FA Cup: Wayne Rooney set for a reunion with Manchester United

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney is poised to face his former club Manchester United after helping Derby County to a 4-2 victory over Northampton Town in its FA Cup fourth-round replay. A reunion between Rooney and the team with whom he became a superstar will now go ahead, with the 34-year-old former England frontman netting a 77th-minute penalty in the win over League …

FA Cup: Liverpool youngsters beat Shrewsbury Town; Wayne Rooney set for Manchester United reunion
4 years, 11 months ago

FA Cup: Liverpool youngsters beat Shrewsbury Town; Wayne Rooney set for Manchester United reunion

Firstpost  

With Klopp determined that he and his senior players had the week off during English football’s new midseason break, Liverpool fielded their youngest ever team for a competitive match Liverpool reached the fifth round of the FA Cup for the first time under Jurgen Klopp. With Klopp determined that he and his senior players had the week off during English …

FA Cup: Wayne Rooney stars as Derby claim shock win at Crystal Palace; struggling Tottenham draw at Middlesbrough
5 years ago

FA Cup: Wayne Rooney stars as Derby claim shock win at Crystal Palace; struggling Tottenham draw at Middlesbrough

Firstpost  

Rooney played the full 90 minutes in his second game for Derby since his return to English football after a spell in the United States with DC United Curtis Jones and Wayne Rooney, Liverpudlians at opposite ends of their football careers, played starring roles in the FA Cup on Sunday. The former Manchester United and England striker played with authority …

Wayne Rooney proves class is permanent as he pulls the strings in Derby's hard-fought victory over Barnsley
5 years ago

Wayne Rooney proves class is permanent as he pulls the strings in Derby's hard-fought victory over Barnsley

The Telegraph  

Derby County 2 Barnsley 1 Championship table 2019/20 latest standings Wayne Rooney was handed the Derby captaincy and produced two moments of genuine quality on his return to English football. Rooney was short of match fitness on his debut and was shown how tough life in the Championship will be, but he played the full 90 minutes at Pride Park …

Derby fails to rise to occasion on Rooney's dugout debut
5 years, 1 month ago

Derby fails to rise to occasion on Rooney's dugout debut

The Hindu  

England's record goalscorer Wayne Rooney had a disappointing start in his new role as player-coach of Derby as it was held 1-1 at home by QPR in its Championship clash on Saturday. The 34-year-old Manchester United great took his place in the dugout for the first time alongside Dutch manager Phillip Cocu, although he is not permitted to play until …

John Harkes hails Derby County-bound Wayne Rooney's impact in MLS at DC United
5 years, 4 months ago

John Harkes hails Derby County-bound Wayne Rooney's impact in MLS at DC United

The Hindu  

John Harkes says his son is among the players to have benefited from Wayne Rooney's natural "coaching instinct" long before the England legend gets to work on the training ground at Derby County. England's leading all-time goalscorer this week agreed to cut short his spell with DC United and join ambitious Championship side Derby as a player-coach in January. Rooney …

Wayne Rooney targets MLS Cup farewell before trading DC for Derby
5 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney targets MLS Cup farewell before trading DC for Derby

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney is desperate to sign off his American adventure with silverware after deciding to cut short his stay at DC United. READ : Wayne Rooney to return to English football in Derby player-coach role His former England team-mate David Beckham won the MLS Cup twice with the Los Angeles Galaxy, and Rooney would love to achieve the feat just …

Wayne Rooney to Derby County: DC United captain's MLS career in numbers so far
5 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney to Derby County: DC United captain's MLS career in numbers so far

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney's MLS career will be cut short in January after he agreed a deal to leave DC United for Derby County. The former England captain has turned DC's fortunes around since moving stateside just over a year ago, but he will take up a player-coach role with the Championship club in 2020. 23 - The former Manchester United man …

Rooney to Derby: The ex-Man United captain's top club goals
5 years, 5 months ago

Rooney to Derby: The ex-Man United captain's top club goals

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney's illustrious career will continue back in England when he leaves DC United and joins Derby County in a player-coach capacity in January. From an unforgettable first league hit to a long-range lob via a moment of Manchester derby magic, we take a look back at Rooney's top 10 goals from his club career. West Ham : March 22, …

Wayne Rooney to Derby: Former Manchester United striker to join as player-coach
5 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney to Derby: Former Manchester United striker to join as player-coach

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy DC United have confirmed that Wayne Rooney will …

Wayne Rooney to return to English football in Derby player-coach role
5 years, 5 months ago

Wayne Rooney to return to English football in Derby player-coach role

The Hindu  

Wayne Rooney will return to English football from MLS's DC United in January after agreeing to a player-coach role under manager Phillip Cocu at Derby County. "I am very excited about the opportunity that Derby County have provided me with," Rooney told the club's website. Rooney's last season in England did not go entirely to plan, as he often appeared …

Former England striker Wayne Rooney to join Championship club Derby County as player-manager in 2020
5 years, 5 months ago

Former England striker Wayne Rooney to join Championship club Derby County as player-manager in 2020

Firstpost  

Former England captain Wayne Rooney will bring to an end his time in the MLS by moving to Derby County, in the English Championship, as player and coach. Wayne Rooney is on his way to Championship side Derby County just hours after owner Mel Morris confirmed on Tuesday that the club were attempting to finalise a move for the former …

Derby boss tight-lipped on mooted Rooney player-coach role
5 years, 5 months ago

Derby boss tight-lipped on mooted Rooney player-coach role

The Hindu  

Derby manager Phillip Cocu refused to speculate on reports former England captain Wayne Rooney could be set to join the club as a player-coach. Rooney, who is England’s all-time leading goal-scorer, is under contract with MLS club DC United until 2021 but there was talk of a move to Derby ahead of their 2-1 win over Huddersfield. We’re working on …

Derby County confirm Wayne Rooney will join as player-coach in January
5 years, 5 months ago

Derby County confirm Wayne Rooney will join as player-coach in January

The Telegraph  

Wayne Rooney will join Derby County in a player-coach role at the start of next year, the club have confirmed. Telegraph Sport revealed on Monday that the former Manchester United and England captain was poised to make a sensational return to English football in a dual role with Derby working under Cocu. Dressed in a grey tracksuit and baseball cap, …

Man United news: Wayne Rooney 'wants to be part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans when he retires'
5 years, 5 months ago

Man United news: Wayne Rooney 'wants to be part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans when he retires'

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney wants to be a coach at Manchester United when he retires from playing. Wayne Rooney wants to be a coach at Manchester United when he retires from playing The former England international is under contract at DC United until the end of 2020 but is said to be weighing up his future options according to The Sun. The …

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