[오피셜] ‘Rooster’ Rooney announces official retirement… Focus on managerial positions”Ready” -NO.1 Sports Media, Sportal Korea

[스포탈코리아] Reporter Huh Yoon-soo = Another soccer icon takes off his soccer shoes. Wayne Rooney (35, Derby County) announced official retirement.

Derby announced on the official website of the 16th (Korean time) that Rooney’s official director was appointed. In addition, he added the news that he is ending his career in order to focus on the managerial position.

Rooney, who was evaluated as a leader of the future through age-related representatives in England, entered the pro stage at Everton in 2002 when he was a teenager. Later, at the call of manager Alex Ferguson, it was in full bloom at Manchester United.

The acrobatic shooting based on explosive power, vigorous activity, and flexibility created numerous scenes. Also, the ability to produce help based on strong kick power was excellent. Sometimes I heard the sound of a bad boy because of the overflowing desire for victory, but he also had the power to make him his own character.

Rooney played a leading role in the golden age of Manchester United, including 5 league champions, 1 European Football Federation (UEFA) Champions League, 1 Europa League, 1 FA Cup, and 4 League Cups. His career performance was 764 matches, 313 goals and 167 assists. He also played for England, scoring 53 goals in 120 games.

Derby said, “I am happy to have Rooney as the new command tower. He directed nine games as a substitute and developed the team, including three wins and four draws, and five free-running games.”

Rooney said, “When I returned to England, I was amazed at the potential of Derby. In other proposals, I instinctively knew this was the place for me. It is an honor to have a chance,” he said.

He said, “I’m ready to help Derby move forward. I want to develop into one team,” he said, saying his ambition as a leader.

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